Project Management Specialist Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Project Management Specialists in Massachusetts, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$114,190
per year
Hourly Rate
$54.90
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $102,320
State Rank
#7 of 51
21,960 employed here

How much does a Project Management Specialist make in Massachusetts?

A Project Management Specialist working in Massachusetts earns a median salary of $114,190 per year, or about $54.90 per hour. That is 12% above the national median of $102,320 for this occupation.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $72,800 while the top 10% make $174,840 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $87,290 and $144,990 a year.

Project Management Specialist salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$72,800$35.00
25th percentile (early career)$87,290$41.97
50th percentile (median)$114,190$54.90
75th percentile (experienced)$144,990$69.71
90th percentile (top earners)$174,840$84.06

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories for Project Management Specialist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$124,160
2New Jersey$122,980
3Delaware$122,190
4New York$121,040
5California$120,910

Working as a Project Management Specialist in Massachusetts

Nationally, about 1,067,000 people work as Project Management Specialists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($114,190) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Project Management Specialist make in Massachusetts?
The median Project Management Specialist salary in Massachusetts is $114,190 per year, or about $54.90 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $72,800 at the entry level to $174,840 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Project Management Specialists about 12% more than the national median of $102,320. Massachusetts ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Project Management Specialists?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $114,190 a year. About 21,960 Project Management Specialists are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.