Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for computer and information research scientists is $81.97 an hour ($170,510 a year). About 1,620 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($140,300). It is about the same as the Massachusetts median ($170,510).
Pay range for computer and information research scientists in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.10 | $77,160 |
| 25% of workers | $57.65 | $119,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $81.97 | $170,510 |
| 75% of workers | $103.93 | $216,180 |
| 90% of workers | $120.15 | $249,910 |
Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $170,510 | 1,620 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer and information research scientists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +21.8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,900 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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