As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Boston, MA is $166,033, equivalent to $80 per hour, $3,193 weekly, or $13,836 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior SQL Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior SQL Developer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $134,836 to $183,930. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($149,703) and 75th percentile ($175,401), while top earners (90th percentile) make $183,930 per year. This $25,698 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Senior SQL Developer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 statewide for Senior SQL 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
Senior SQL Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $134,836 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $149,703 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $166,033 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $175,401 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $183,930 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
25% $149,703 10% $134,836 90% $183,930 75% $175,401 $166,033 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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