Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Massachusetts

$25,935 $84,166
10th pct Median: $48,934 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,935
25th Percentile$35,232
50th (Median)$48,934
75th Percentile$67,529
90th (Top Earners)$84,166
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $48,934 for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $34,412 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Massachusetts's higher cost of living (COL index: 142.2) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make in Massachusetts?
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $48,934 per year ($23.53/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $40,110.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for industrial truck and tractor operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Massachusetts is higher average (COL index: 142.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $48,934 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $34,412 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Massachusetts

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $378,102
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $373,588
3 Neurologists $360,632
4 Surgeons, All Other $359,314
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $331,694
6 Psychiatrists $304,754
7 Physicians, Pathologists $297,582
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $296,875
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Massachusetts

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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