Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$73.27/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Massachusetts is $73.27 per hour. This is 37% higher than the US average of $46.00.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$73.27/hour
Massachusetts
37% higher than the US average.
$46.00/hour
United States
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Texas ($47) and North Carolina ($46). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $73 per hour — Georgia pays 34% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $48 | $53 |
| Texas | $47 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
| South Carolina | $37 | $44 |
| Florida | $34 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Tenet Massachusetts ($57). Tenet Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $79. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $73 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $69 | $69 |
| Tenet Massachusetts | $57 | $79 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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