As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Boston, MA is $107,738, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,072 weekly, or $8,978 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Programmer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $87,854 to $124,316. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,330) and 75th percentile ($116,415), while top earners (90th percentile) make $124,316 per year. This $19,085 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Entry Level Programmer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Entry Level Programmer 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
Entry Level Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $87,854 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $97,330 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $107,738 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $116,415 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $124,316 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25% $97,330 10% $87,854 90% $124,316 75% $116,415 $107,738 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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