Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$69.72/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Massachusetts is $69.72 per hour. This is 24% higher than the US average of $52.67.
Last updated on August 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$69.72/hour
Massachusetts
24% higher than the US average.
$52.67/hour
United States
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($51). Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Nursing Home Nurses is $70 per hour — Maryland pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $56 | $60 |
| Pennsylvania | $51 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Home Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Only CoreMedical Group Perm reports pay data for Nursing Home Nurses, averaging $42 per hour. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Nursing Home Nurses is $70 per hour — CoreMedical Group Perm pays 39% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $42 | $42 |
Last updated on August 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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