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Developer salary in Boston, MA (Updated 2026)

How much does a Developer make in Boston, MA?

Average base salary

$99,259
72%
above national average
Average $99,259
Low $54,187
High $181,822

The average salary for a developer is $99,259 per year in Boston, MA and $3,000 cash bonus per year.116 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).

Developer job openings in Boston, MA

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Power Platform Developer
Guidehouse Inc.5out of 5 stars.
Boston, MA
$113,000 - $188,000 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Developer in Boston, MA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Fidelity TalentSource
 
$270,400per year
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Mason Frank International
 
$228,800per year
Information Technology Service...
 
$218,400per year
CarGurus
 
$209,500per year
Klaviyo
 
$208,000per year
Nelnet
 
$192,400per year

Highest paying cities for Developers near Boston, MA

  1. Quincy, MA
    $101,630 per year
  2. Boston, MA
    $99,259 per year
  3. Needham, MA
    $83,013 per year
  4. Waltham, MA
    $60,600 per year

Where can a Developer earn more?

Compare salaries for Developers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Developer get paid in Boston, MA?

Developer II

Job openings
Average $117,136 per year