Social and Community Service Managers Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Social and Community Service Managers in Massachusetts, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$81,380
per year
Hourly Rate
$39.13
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $80,390
State Rank
#20 of 51
8,800 employed here

How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in Massachusetts?

Social and Community Service Managers in Massachusetts take home a median of $81,380 annually — roughly $39.13 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $80,390.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $60,520 while the top 10% make $130,060 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $66,700 and $102,910 a year.

Social and Community Service Managers salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$60,520$29.10
25th percentile (early career)$66,700$32.07
50th percentile (median)$81,380$39.13
75th percentile (experienced)$102,910$49.48
90th percentile (top earners)$130,060$62.53

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 20th out of 51 states and territories for Social and Community Service Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$106,700
2Washington$103,000
3Alaska$98,370
4Colorado$97,440
5New York$95,980

Working as Social and Community Service Managers in Massachusetts

Nationally, about 209,000 people work as Social and Community Service Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($81,380) 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 do Social and Community Service Managers make in Massachusetts?
The median Social and Community Service Managers salary in Massachusetts is $81,380 per year, or about $39.13 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $60,520 at the entry level to $130,060 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Social and Community Service Managers about 1% more than the national median of $80,390. Massachusetts ranks 20th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Social and Community Service Managers?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $81,380 a year. About 8,800 Social and Community Service Managers 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.