Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Boston
687 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Boston belongs to Radiologists, at $409,740 per year. The lowest published median is $32,910.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Dealers | $32,910 | — |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $33,110 | 980 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $33,740 | 11,250 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $34,020 | 1,710 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $34,660 | 3,680 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $34,780 | 8,890 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $35,140 | 10,580 |
| Taxi Drivers | $35,290 | 230 |
| Occupational Therapy Aides | $35,340 | 60 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $35,480 | 3,780 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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