Massachusetts Had 11th Fastest-Growing Economy in 2025

The state's GDP grew 2.4%, outpacing the national average of 2.1%.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:04pm

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A vibrant, abstract illustration composed of overlapping triangles and rectangles in shades of blue, green, and yellow, representing the growth and trends in Massachusetts' GDP in 2025.Massachusetts' economic expansion in 2025 outpaced the national average, solidifying the state's position as a regional powerhouse.Worcester Today

Massachusetts saw its gross domestic product grow 2.4% in 2025, ranking 11th nationally and outpacing the overall U.S. growth of 2.1%. The state's total GDP reached $650 billion by the end of the year, with the information and wholesale trade sectors leading the fourth-quarter growth.

Why it matters

Massachusetts' strong economic performance in 2025 highlights its position as a key driver of growth in the New England region, outpacing its neighboring states. This data provides insight into the state's economic health and competitiveness compared to the rest of the country.

The details

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Massachusetts' GDP grew 1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, ranking 12th nationally. However, this was lower than the state's 3.3% growth in the third quarter. The fourth-quarter figure was the weakest since the fourth quarter of 2024, when GDP shrank 2.2%. The slowdown was attributed to declines in federal contributions to GDP, while private industry contributions rose 1.7%. Government enterprise contributions to Massachusetts GDP fell 0.5% in the fourth quarter, the largest decline in that sector since at least 2005.

  • Massachusetts' GDP grew 2.4% in 2025.
  • The state's total GDP reached $650 billion by the end of 2025.
  • Massachusetts' GDP grew 1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, ranking 12th nationally.
  • The state's GDP grew 3.3% in the third quarter of 2025.

The players

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis

The U.S. government agency that provides economic accounts data, including GDP figures for the states.

Eric Casey

The managing editor at Worcester Business Journal, who primarily covers the real estate and banking & finance industries.

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What they’re saying

“Massachusetts' strong economic performance in 2025 highlights its position as a key driver of growth in the New England region, outpacing its neighboring states.”

— Eric Casey, Managing Editor

What’s next

The data on Massachusetts' economic growth in 2025 will likely be closely watched by policymakers, business leaders, and economists as they assess the state's economic trajectory and competitiveness.

The takeaway

Massachusetts' 11th-place ranking for GDP growth in 2025 demonstrates the state's continued economic strength and resilience, even as it faced some slowdown in the fourth quarter. This data underscores Massachusetts' position as a leading economic force in the New England region.