How Much Does a Special Projects Manager Make in Boston, MA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Special Projects Manager Salary in Boston, MA

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Special Projects Manager in Boston, MA is $96,110, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,848 weekly, or $8,009 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Special Projects Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Special Projects Manager in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $81,163 to $116,637. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,286) and 75th percentile ($106,855), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,637 per year. This $18,569 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Scrum, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Special Projects Manager often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 statewide for Special Projects Manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $81,163 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $88,286 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $96,110 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $106,855 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Special Projects Manager Salary $116,637 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25% $88,286 10% $81,163 90% $116,637 75% $106,855 $96,110 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

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

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