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Semiconductor Processing Technicians Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Semiconductor Processing Technicians make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$51,410
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.2% vs 2024
$53,450
Mean Salary
$51,410
Median Salary
$24.72
Hourly Rate
1,190 people work as Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts
Semiconductor Processing Technicians salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $51,410 per year ($4,284/month).
This is 0.8% above the national average of $51,008.
Massachusetts ranks #8 out of 20 states for Semiconductor Processing Technicians pay.
Approximately 1,190 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Semiconductor Processing Technicians
Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.38
Critical Thinking
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Monitoring
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Production and Processing
3.9
English Language
3.78
Public Safety and Security
3.4
Computers and Electronics
3.37
Education and Training
3.26
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(83.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts
Salaries for Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts range from $41,870 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,750 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $41,870 and $59,220.
Median $51,410
P10: $41,870P25: $41,870P75: $59,220P90: $72,750
10th
$41,870
25th
$41,870
Median
$51,410
75th
$59,220
90th
$72,750
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$41,870
$20.13
$3,489
25th Percentile
$41,870
$20.13
$3,489
Median (50th)
$51,410
$24.72
$4,284
75th Percentile
$59,220
$28.47
$4,935
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,750
$34.98
$6,062
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,450 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#8
Massachusetts ranks #8 of 20 states
$51,008
National avg. for Semiconductor Processing Technicians
How much do Semiconductor Processing Technicians make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts is $51,410 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,450.
What is the salary range for a Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts range from $41,870 at the 10th percentile to $72,750 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $41,870 and $59,220.
What is the starting salary for a Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Semiconductor Processing Technicians positions in Massachusetts typically start around $41,870 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $41,870 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,190 people are employed as Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Semiconductor Processing Technicians in Massachusetts is approximately $24.72 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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