Workers Compensation Insurance Cost Guide in Massachusetts — Average Prices & Ranges

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Across Massachusetts, workers compensation insurance ranges from roughly $7,902 at the low end to $27,656 per year at the high end, with $14,783 as the usual middle.

Costs differ from one Massachusetts metro to the next, largely because travel distance and local demand change. The city list below shows the spread.

Typical cost at a glance

United States planning figures, per year
LevelPrice
Low~$7,902
Typical~$14,783
High~$27,656

Cost by type

TypeLowTypicalHigh
Baseline cost at the advertised rate~$7,902~$17,779~$27,656
Best-qualified applicant scenario~$6,480~$16,100~$25,720
Weaker-credit scenario~$8,534~$22,244~$35,953
Origination and third-party fees~$948~$4,208~$7,467
Shorter term with higher payment~$8,060~$20,347~$32,634

All figures per year.

How to compare quotes for workers compensation insurance

For workers compensation insurance, a fair comparison means identical scope. If one quote includes permits and cleanup and another does not, the cheaper total may not be cheaper at all.

Getting quotes for workers compensation insurance

A good workers compensation insurance quote lists what is included, what is excluded and how long the price is held. If it does none of those, ask for a revised version.

What Workers Compensation Insurance typically costs

Workers Compensation Insurance does not carry one published price. Across Massachusetts, most jobs fall between $7,902 and $27,656 per year, and the number in between, about $14,783, is the fairest single figure to plan around.

Timing your workers compensation insurance

For workers compensation insurance, same-day and after-hours call-outs sit at the top of the range. A standard appointment booked in advance gives you the best chance of the typical figure.

What moves the price of workers compensation insurance

Labour, materials and timing explain most of the gap between two quotes for workers compensation insurance. Access and preparation often matter as much as the headline task, so a job that needs extra setup or a second visit costs more even when the base price looks identical.

Budgeting for workers compensation insurance

The easiest way to budget for workers compensation insurance is to anchor on $14,783 per year, then add or subtract for scope. Providers near you can tell you which end you are likely to hit.

Frequently asked questions

How much does workers compensation insurance cost?
Most workers compensation insurance falls between $7,902 and $27,656, with a typical figure near $14,783 per year. The low end is a straightforward job with no surprises; the high end covers complex scope, premium materials or urgent timing. It is worth testing that against a couple of quotes in Massachusetts.
What affects the price of workers compensation insurance?
Providers price risk as well as work. A job with unknowns costs more to guarantee, which is why two quotes for the same request can differ so much. Local providers in Massachusetts can confirm how that applies to your area.
Is Workers Compensation Insurance cheaper in smaller cities?
Often, but not always. Smaller markets can carry a travel or availability premium that offsets a lower local rate, so it is worth checking a nearby city before assuming the lowest published figure applies to you. In Massachusetts, that is worth confirming with a local provider before you commit.
How many quotes should I get for workers compensation insurance?
Two or three written quotes are enough to see the real market range. Compare the same scope side by side, and ask each provider what is excluded and what would change the price after the quote is accepted. The answer can shift with the Massachusetts market, so check locally.

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These are planning ranges drawn from public price data and market research. They are not a quote, an offer or financial advice, and your actual price depends on the provider, the location and the scope of the work.