As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for AI Developer in Boston, MA is $131,542, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,530 weekly, or $10,962 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for AI Developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for AI Developer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $116,243 to $150,770. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($123,534) and 75th percentile ($141,606), while top earners (90th percentile) make $150,770 per year. This $18,072 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Data Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

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

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
AI Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile AI Developer Salary $116,243 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile AI Developer Salary $123,534 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile AI Developer Salary $131,542 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile AI Developer Salary $141,606 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile AI Developer Salary $150,770 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
25% $123,534 10% $116,243 90% $150,770 75% $141,606 $131,542 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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