How much does a Social Service Specialist make in Boston, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Social Service Specialist in Boston, MA is $75,943. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $68,171 to $84,872, with most professionals earning between $61,094 and $93,002.

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Social Service Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Social Service Specialist Salary $61,094 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Social Service Specialist Salary $68,171 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Social Service Specialist Salary $75,943 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Social Service Specialist Salary $84,872 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Social Service Specialist Salary $93,002 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
25% $68,171 10% $61,094 90% $93,002 75% $84,872 $75,943 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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