Is a $81,500 Licensed Electrician Salary in Massachusetts Worth It? (2026 Audit)
A quantitative breakdown of real net take-home pay, Flat 5.0% + 4% over $1M state tax deductions, median rent burdens in the Boston metro, and purchasing power parity against UK & global benchmarks.
By MazicBay Labor Bureau•Updated for 2026 IRS & State Tax Brackets•Verified with BLS Data
Massachusetts Economic Audit
Verified Bureau Report
Boston Metropolitan Economic Profile (2026)
Licensed Electrician Compensation Architecture in Massachusetts
Median Gross Salary
$81,500
Above: Journeyman electrician wiring high-capacity electrical distribution panels to code.Photo: Skilled Trades Labor Bureau
Median Annual Gross
$81,500
$39.18/hr equivalent
Est. Net Take-Home Pay
$66,300
~$5,525/month
State Income Tax Rate
Flat 5.0% + 4% over $1M
COL Index: 131
Median Monthly Rent
$2,600
Boston Metro Avg
Licensed Electrician Earning Spectrum & Net Pay Breakdown (Massachusetts)
2026 Distribution Curve
Entry-Level (25th %)Median Benchmark (50th %)Senior Top Tier (90th %)
Keep $5,525/month after all withholdings.State Tax Bracket: Flat 5.0% + 4% over $1M
Cross-Border Global Purchasing Power Benchmark:
A $81,500 USD salary in Massachusetts converts approximately to:
UK Equivalent (GBP)
£64,385 / yr
EU Equivalent (EUR)
€74,980 / yr
BOSTON, MA (AP) —For professionals evaluating career relocation or compensation packages, Massachusetts offers a distinct trade-off between gross earning potential and localized cost burdens. A Licensed Electrician in the Boston metropolitan area commands a median gross income of $81,500 per year.
However, top-line numbers can be deceiving without factoring in Massachusetts's tax architecture (Flat 5.0% + 4% over $1M). After federal income withholding, mandatory FICA contributions, and local state withholdings, the estimated take-home pay stands at $66,300.
2026 Massachusetts Take-Home Pay & Tax Calculator
Estimate your net paycheck after Federal Income Tax, FICA (Social Security & Medicare), and Massachusetts State Taxes.
Gross Pay
$6,792
Total Deductions
-$1,620
~24% Est. Tax
Net Take-Home
$5,172
In Your Pocket
Based on 2026 IRS Single filer tax brackets and Massachusetts state revenue statutes.
Licensed Electrician Compensation & Career Specifications
Career Category
Skilled Trades
Entry-Level (25th Percentile)
$58,680 / year
Senior Professional (90th Percentile)
$118,175 / year
National U.S. Baseline
$65,000 / year
Projected 10-Year Job Growth
+11% (High Demand)
Required Education / License
Apprenticeship + State Journeyman License
Top Hiring Employers in Massachusetts
Mass General Brigham, Moderna, Fidelity Investments
Frequently Asked Questions: Licensed Electrician in Massachusetts
As of 2026, the median annual salary for a Licensed Electrician in Massachusetts is $81,500 ($39.18/hour). Entry-level roles average $58,680, while senior professionals command upwards of $118,175.
