Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,720 | $102,741 | +31% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.77 | $49.39 | +31% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $127,335.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $115,258 | $84,500 | $162,500 | 162 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Massachusetts is $134,720, or about $64.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Massachusetts is +31% above the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Massachusetts typically earn from $84,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 30,060 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $134,720, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.