As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drug Tester in Boston, MA is $72,208, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,389 weekly, or $6,017 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Drug Tester in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Drug Tester in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $54,032 to $105,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,694) and 75th percentile ($89,403), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,057 per year. This $26,709 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Logistics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Drug Tester often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Drug Tester 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
Drug Tester Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $54,032 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $62,694 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $72,208 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $89,403 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drug Tester Salary $105,057 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25% $62,694 10% $54,032 90% $105,057 75% $89,403 $72,208 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Drug Tester

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Drug Safety Assessment Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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