Helpers--Production Workers pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for helpers--production workers is $20.79 an hour ($43,240 a year). About 1,100 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($39,070). It is 2% higher than the Massachusetts median ($42,280).
Pay range for helpers--production workers in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.00 | $35,360 |
| 25% of workers | $17.39 | $36,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.79 | $43,240 |
| 75% of workers | $22.84 | $47,510 |
| 90% of workers | $27.92 | $58,080 |
Helpers--Production Workers pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield | $45,820 | 40 |
| Springfield | $43,940 | 150 |
| Worcester | $43,680 | 270 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $43,240 | 1,100 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--production workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -8.2% over ten years, declining · about 20,900 openings a year (BLS)
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