Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,830 | $51,589 | +16% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.76 | $24.80 | +16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,550.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Massachusetts is $59,830, or about $28.76 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Massachusetts is +16% above the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 29,110 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $59,830, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.