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Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$80,800
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.1% vs 2024
$82,450
Mean Salary
$80,800
Median Salary
$38.85
Hourly Rate
530 people work as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $80,800 per year ($6,733/month).
This is 9.3% above the national average of $73,917.
Massachusetts ranks #13 out of 51 states for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay.
Approximately 530 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 5.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
Operate or maintain stationary engines, boilers, or other mechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings or industrial processes. Operate equipment such as steam engines, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.25
Equipment Maintenance
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.06
Chemistry
3.4
Public Safety and Security
3.32
Physics
3.18
Engineering and Technology
3.16
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(47.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts
Salaries for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts range from $64,540 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,710 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $71,140 and $91,140.
Median $80,800
P10: $64,540P25: $71,140P75: $91,140P90: $100,710
10th
$64,540
25th
$71,140
Median
$80,800
75th
$91,140
90th
$100,710
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$64,540
$31.03
$5,378
25th Percentile
$71,140
$34.20
$5,928
Median (50th)
$80,800
$38.85
$6,733
75th Percentile
$91,140
$43.82
$7,595
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,710
$48.42
$8,392
Note: The mean (average) salary of $82,450 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#13
Massachusetts ranks #13 of 51 states
$73,917
National avg. for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
How much do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts is $80,800 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $82,450.
What is the salary range for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts range from $64,540 at the 10th percentile to $100,710 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $71,140 and $91,140.
What is the starting salary for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators positions in Massachusetts typically start around $64,540 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $71,140 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 530 people are employed as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in Massachusetts is approximately $38.85 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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