As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for GIS Developer in Boston, MA is $73,131, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,406 weekly, or $6,094 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for GIS Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for GIS Developer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $61,049 to $87,794. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,807) and 75th percentile ($80,806), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,794 per year. This $13,999 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston GIS Developer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 statewide for GIS 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
GIS Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $61,049 Boston, MA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $66,807 Boston, MA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $73,131 Boston, MA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $80,806 Boston, MA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $87,794 Boston, MA February 01, 2026
25% $66,807 10% $61,049 90% $87,794 75% $80,806 $73,131 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Boston, Massachusetts    Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

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