Compensation and Benefits Managers Salary in Massachusetts

$84,886 $275,479
10th pct Median: $160,162 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$84,886
25th Percentile$115,317
50th (Median)$160,162
75th Percentile$221,024
90th (Top Earners)$275,479
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $160,162 for Compensation and Benefits Managers has the purchasing power of approximately $112,632 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Massachusetts's higher cost of living (COL index: 142.2) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Compensation and Benefits Managers make in Massachusetts?
Compensation and Benefits Managers in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $160,162 per year ($77.00/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $131,280.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Compensation and Benefits Managers?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for compensation and benefits managers, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Massachusetts is higher average (COL index: 142.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Compensation and Benefits Managers in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $160,162 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $112,632 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Compensation and Benefits Managers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Compensation and Benefits Managers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Massachusetts

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $378,102
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $373,588
3 Neurologists $360,632
4 Surgeons, All Other $359,314
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $331,694
6 Psychiatrists $304,754
7 Physicians, Pathologists $297,582
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $296,875
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Compensation and Benefits Managers in Massachusetts

Compensation and Benefits Managers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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