SOC 15-1221 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Massachusetts is $167,670 per year ($80.61/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $140,899. The middle 50% earn between $122,225 and $215,639 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $276,232.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $46.15 | $95,988 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $58.76 | $122,225 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $80.61 | $167,670 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $103.67 | $215,639 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $132.80 | $276,232 | +19.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Massachusetts is approximately $167,670, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $140,899.
Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $95,988 per year. The 25th percentile is $122,225. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $276,232.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,899 vs $167,670 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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