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Where does your salary rank in Boston? The median salary here is $88K, 49% above the national median of $59K. Enter your salary below to see your exact percentile among Boston workers.

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$88K

National median

$59K

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Boston salary percentiles — 2024

Percentile	Boston	National
10th	$22K	$15K
25th	$39K	$26K
50th (median)median	$88K	$59K
75th	$145K	$97K
90th	$216K	$145K
95th	$298K	$200K
99th	$522K	$350K

City figures derived from BLS OEWS 2024 metro area median. National figures from BLS national percentile data.

Key insight

Boston's median salary of $88K is 49% above the US national median of $59K. The top 25% of Boston workers earn at least $145K. The top 10% threshold is around $216K.

Boston salary — frequently asked questions

What is the median salary in Boston?

The median annual salary in Boston is approximately $88K based on 2024 BLS data. This is 49% above the national median of $59K.

Where does your salary rank in Boston?

Use the calculator above to find your exact salary percentile in Boston. The Boston median is $88K. If you earn above this, you rank in the top half of Boston workers. The calculator compares your salary to both the Boston distribution and the national distribution.

How does Boston compare to the national median salary?

Boston's median salary of $88K is 49% above the US national median of $59K. This means Boston workers earn above the typical American worker on a gross basis. Cost of living differences may affect real purchasing power.

What salary is needed to be in the top 25% in Boston?

To reach the top 25% of earners in Boston, you need approximately $145K or more. The top 10% threshold in Boston is around $216K.

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