Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ice Cream Taster in Massachusetts is $40,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.
However, an Ice Cream Taster's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
AI Onboarding
Ice Cream Taster Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $43,406 | $3,617 | $835 | $21 |
| Average | $40,193 | $3,349 | $773 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,428 | $3,119 | $720 | $18 |
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream - Chestnut Hill, MA
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream - Burlington, MA
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream - Cambridge, MA
Bruster's Ice Cream - Haverhill, MA
An Ice Cream Taster's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of an Ice Cream Taster's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ice Cream... Level Ice Cream Taster | $40,769 |
| Returns C... Level Ice Cream Taster | $45,130 |
| Returns C... Level Ice Cream Taster | $49,835 |
| Returns S... Level Ice Cream Taster | $63,867 |
| Returns M... Level Ice Cream Taster | $71,708 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Ice Cream Tasters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Ice Cream Taster roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Ice Cream Taster positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ice Cream Taster as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $48,232 | $23.0 | 20% |
Understanding how an Ice Cream Taster's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $43,406 | $3,617 | $835 | $21 |
| Average | $40,193 | $3,349 | $773 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,428 | $3,119 | $720 | $18 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Ice Cream Taster job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Bruster's Ice Cream
Haverhill, MA
Bruster's Ice Cream | Haverhill, MA
Bruster's Ice Cream - 124 Main Street - [Crew Member / Kitchen Staff] As an Ice Cream Maker at Bruster's you will: Be taught everything you need to know. O... more
7 Days Ago
ColdStone Creamery
Medford, MA
ColdStone Creamery | Medford, MA
Job Description. Job Description. Join our vibrant team as an Ice Cream Server and Cashier, where you’ll create delightful experiences for customers while ... more
9 Days Ago
Honeycomb Creamery
Cambridge, MA
Honeycomb Creamery | Cambridge, MA
NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS (INCLUDING WEEKEND NIGHTS) AVAILABILITY REQUIRED Honeycomb Creamery is a small-batch and locally sourced ice cream shop in Cambridge, M... more
8 Days Ago
New City Microcreamery
Brighton, MA
New City Microcreamery | Brighton, MA
Shift Lead Opportunity At New City Microcreamery. Here at New City Microcreamery, we feel that above all else, it's the people that matter most. We believe... more
6 Days Ago
Dairy Farmers of America
Wilbraham, MA
Dairy Farmers of America | Wilbraham, MA
Dairy Farmers of America - - Responsibilities:Ensure proper cleanup and sanitation of production areas. Perform housekeeping tasks including cleaning floor... more
9 Days Ago
New City Microcreamery
Cambridge, MA
New City Microcreamery | Cambridge, MA
URGENTLY HIRING AT OUR CAMBRIDGE LOCATIONS. Must be 18+ and able to work 5-11:30/12am weeknights at least 2-3 shifts per week. Weekend availability is a pl... more
6 Days Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
