SOC 43-6012 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Massachusetts is $64,429 per year ($30.98/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $54,142. The middle 50% earn between $50,841 and $85,790 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $104,330.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $20.33 | $42,276 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $24.44 | $50,841 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.98 | $64,429 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $41.25 | $85,790 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $50.16 | $104,330 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Massachusetts is approximately $64,429, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $54,142.
Entry-level Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $42,276 per year. The 25th percentile is $50,841. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $104,330.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $54,142 vs $64,429 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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