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Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary in Massachusetts

How much does a Workers' Compensation Administrator I make in Massachusetts?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workers' Compensation Administrator I in Massachusetts is $66,796 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Workers' Compensation Administrator I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,894
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,929 to $72,081
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,767
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Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,081 $6,007 $1,386 $35
Average $66,796 $5,566 $1,285 $32
25th Percentile $58,929 $4,911 $1,133 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salaries

A Workers' Compensation Administrator I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Workers' Compensation Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workers' Compensation Administrator I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Workers' Compensation Administrator I (0-2 years): $66,796
  • Workers' Compensation Administrator II (2-4 years): $79,693
  • Workers' Compensation Administrator III (4-7 years): $93,010
  • Workers' Compensation Manager (7+ years): $121,390
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Workers' Compensation Administrator I0-2 years$66,796
Workers' Compensation Administrator II2-4 years$79,693
Workers' Compensation Administrator III4-7 years$93,010
Workers' Compensation Manager7+ years$121,390
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Top Paying Cities for Workers' Compensation Administrator Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Agawam: $63,314
  • Amherst: $63,776
  • Barre: $64,413

Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Workers' Compensation Administrator I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $74,710. While startup companies pay approximate $63,183.

Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$63,183
Growth Stage51~500$66,825
Established501~5000$72,147
Enterprise5000+$74,710

Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Workers' Compensation Administrator I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Workers' Compensation Administrator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Workers' Compensation Administrator I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Workers' Compensation Administrator I

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$83,494$40.025%
Energy & Utilities$80,155$39.020%
Software & Networking$80,155$39.020%
Telecom$78,819$38.018%
Financial Services$73,475$35.010%

Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workers' Compensation Administrator I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$58,929
Average $66,796/year
$72,081
$4,911
Average $5,566/month
$6,007
$1,133
Average $1,285/week
$1,386
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Average $32/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,081 $6,007 $1,386 $35
Average $66,796 $5,566 $1,285 $32
25th Percentile $58,929 $4,911 $1,133 $28

Workers' Compensation Administrator I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Workers' Compensation Administrator I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Workers' Compensation Administrator II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $79,693 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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