How Much Does an Administrative Officer Make in Boston, MA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Administrative Officer Salary in Boston, MA

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Administrative Officer in Boston, MA is $49,604, equivalent to $24 per hour, $954 weekly, or $4,134 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Administrative Officer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Administrative Officer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $40,498 to $58,612. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,838) and 75th percentile ($54,320), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,612 per year. This $9,482 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or PowerPoint, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Administrative Officer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Administrative Officer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Administrative Officer Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Administrative Officer Salary $40,498 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Administrative Officer Salary $44,838 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Administrative Officer Salary $49,604 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Administrative Officer Salary $54,320 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Administrative Officer Salary $58,612 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25% $44,838 10% $40,498 90% $58,612 75% $54,320 $49,604 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Administrative Officer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Boston, Massachusetts    Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

Boston, Massachusetts  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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