As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communication Engineer in Boston, MA is $78,663, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,513 weekly, or $6,555 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Communication Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Communication Engineer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $60,283 to $84,314. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,042) and 75th percentile ($81,621), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,314 per year. This $12,579 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Semiconductors, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Communication Engineer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 statewide for Communication Engineer 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
Communication Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $60,283 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $69,042 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $78,663 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $81,621 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $84,314 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
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    Communication Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Communication Engineer in Boston, MA. The base salary for Communication Engineer ranges from $69,042 to $81,621 with the average base salary of $78,663. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $82,607 to $106,891 with the average total cash compensation of $91,943.

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