May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Boston
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH
687 occupations
Across 687 occupations with published wages in Boston, radiologists record the highest median at $409,740 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Boston
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 72,420 | $40,910 |
| General and Operations Managers | 70,950 | $133,800 |
| Registered Nurses | 64,240 | $106,180 |
| Retail Salespersons | 64,150 | $36,850 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 60,130 | $36,290 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 43,160 | $46,550 |
| Cashiers | 42,920 | $36,040 |
| Software Developers | 42,310 | $166,090 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 41,570 | $39,270 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 37,780 | $49,920 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| 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 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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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