Receptionists and Information Clerks Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $43,680 +17.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.00
10th percentile $36,910
90th percentile $53,820
Employed locally 260
National median $37,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,910
    25th
    $39,430
    50th (median)
    $43,680
    75th
    $47,720
    90th
    $53,820

    Top-paying metros for Receptionists and Information Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,060
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $45,710
    Vallejo, CA $45,580
    Napa, CA $45,440
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $45,430
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,300

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $49,680
    Customer Service Representatives $46,600
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $52,840
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $57,120
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $67,980
    Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks $47,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Receptionists and Information Clerks make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Massachusetts is $21.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.48 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Receptionists and Information Clerks salaries?

    The median Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in Massachusetts is 17.3% above the national median of $37,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Receptionists and Information Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $36,910 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,430.