Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,880 +31% vs national
Median hourly $37.44
10th percentile $44,010
90th percentile $107,380
Employed locally 60
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,010
    25th
    $56,690
    50th (median)
    $77,880
    75th
    $81,480
    90th
    $107,380

    Top-paying metros for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-South Portland, ME $127,160
    Maine $127,160
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $81,120
    Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA $80,370
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $79,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,070

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $86,490
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $82,000
    Human Resources Specialists $77,140
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $78,170
    Fundraisers $66,690
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $76,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Massachusetts is $37.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.45 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salaries?

    The median Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salary in Massachusetts is 31% above the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (10th percentile) earn around $44,010 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,690.