How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Massachusetts?
$170,500a year
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in Massachusetts. That is $81.98 an hour or $14,210 a month.
- Hourly
- $81.98
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,160Median: $170,500Highest 10%: $233,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,160 | $37.10 | |
| 25th | $120,000 | $57.67 | |
| Median | $170,500 | $81.98 | |
| 75th | $214,100 | $102.94 | |
| 90th | $233,300 | $112.18 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $170,500 |
| Providence, RI | $123,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer and information research scientists.
| 1. Oregon | $206,200 |
| 2. Washington | $202,400 |
| 3. New York | $182,000 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $170,500 |
| 5. New Mexico | $165,700 |
| 6. California | $159,100 |
| 7. Virginia | $157,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $81.98 ($170,500 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $170,500 against $140,300 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 35 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays computer and information research scientists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $170,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.