As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for nursing home rn in Massachusetts is $91,491, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,759 weekly, or $7,624 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for nursing home rn in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for nursing home rn in Massachusetts vary widely, spanning from $82,323 to $106,434. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,692) and 75th percentile ($99,313), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,434 per year. This $12,621 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Acute Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Massachusetts nursing home rn often earn 8.8% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 20 companies. However, Massachusetts currently ranks 3 nationwide for nursing home rn job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
nursing home rn Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $82,323 MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $86,692 MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $91,491 MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $99,313 MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile nursing home rn Salary $106,434 MA August 01, 2026
25% $86,692 10% $82,323 90% $106,434 75% $99,313 $91,491 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The salary for a Registered Nurse (RN) in a nursing home varies based on factors such as location, experience, and facility size. On average, RNs in this setting can expect to earn between $60,000 and $80,000 annually. Additional compensation may be available through overtime, shift differentials, and benefits packages that include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. RNs in nursing homes are responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications, and coordinating with healthcare teams to ensure the well-being of residents. Experience in geriatric care and s...

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Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $87,259 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $88,900 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $88,213 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $89,094 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $88,232 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $92,525 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $88,161 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $92,514 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $92,522 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $90,871 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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