As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Newton, MA is $122,782, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,361 weekly, or $10,232 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Computer Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Computer Programmer in Newton, MA vary widely, spanning from $102,498 to $137,460. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,165) and 75th percentile ($130,465), while top earners (90th percentile) make $137,460 per year. This $18,300 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Computer Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Newton Senior Computer Programmer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Newton currently ranks 64 statewide for Senior Computer 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
Senior Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $102,498 Newton, MA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $112,165 Newton, MA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $122,782 Newton, MA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $130,465 Newton, MA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $137,460 Newton, MA July 01, 2026
25% $112,165 10% $102,498 90% $137,460 75% $130,465 $122,782 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Newton, Massachusetts    Newton is a suburban city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is approximately 7 miles (11 km) west of downtown Boston and is border....More

Newton, Massachusetts  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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