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Machine learning engineer salary in Boston, MA, 2026

How much does a Machine Learning Engineer make in Boston, MA?

Average base salary

$190,739
same
as national average
Average $190,739
Low $123,562
High $294,440

The average salary for a machine learning engineer is $190,739 per year in Boston, MA. 211 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 8, 2026).

Machine Learning Engineer job openings in Boston, MA

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Machine Learning Analyst
Bracebridge Capital1out of 5 stars.
Boston, MA
$110,000 - $145,000 a year
5 days ago

Highest paying companies for Machine Learning Engineer in Boston, MA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
SiriusXM
 
$301,100per year
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Block
 
$280,200per year
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ezCater
 
$260,000per year
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SimpliSafe
 
$259,950per year
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Zoox
 
$254,536per year
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Clarivate
 
$250,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Machine Learning Engineers near Boston, MA

  1. Lexington, MA
    $240,881 per year
  2. Boston, MA
    $190,739 per year
  3. Waltham, MA
    $188,991 per year
  4. Somerville, MA
    $182,103 per year
  5. Andover, MA
    $166,218 per year

Where can a Machine Learning Engineer earn more?

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Lead Machine Learning Engineer

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Average $162,675 per year