Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $114,190 | $104,968 | +9% |
| Median hourly wage | $54.90 | $50.47 | +9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $107,930.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $124,800 | $84,500 | $188,500 | 162 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Massachusetts is $114,190, or about $54.90 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Massachusetts is +9% above the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Massachusetts typically earn from $84,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 21,960 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $114,190, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.