As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Boston, MA is $109,933, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,114 weekly, or $9,161 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $84,895 to $130,748. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,827) and 75th percentile ($120,828), while top earners (90th percentile) make $130,748 per year. This $24,001 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Estate Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Assistant Prosecuting Attorney often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Assistant Prosecuting Attorney 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
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salary $84,895 Boston, MA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salary $96,827 Boston, MA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salary $109,933 Boston, MA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salary $120,828 Boston, MA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Salary $130,748 Boston, MA September 01, 2026
25% $96,827 10% $84,895 90% $130,748 75% $120,828 $109,933 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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