As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for sr developer in Massachusetts is $151,642, equivalent to $73 per hour, $2,916 weekly, or $12,637 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for sr developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for sr developer in Massachusetts vary widely, spanning from $131,134 to $170,982. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($140,907) and 75th percentile ($161,765), while top earners (90th percentile) make $170,982 per year. This $20,858 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Open Source, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Massachusetts sr developer often earn 8.8% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 41 companies. However, Massachusetts currently ranks 3 nationwide for sr 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
sr developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile sr developer Salary $131,134 MA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile sr developer Salary $140,907 MA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile sr developer Salary $151,642 MA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile sr developer Salary $161,765 MA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile sr developer Salary $170,982 MA October 01, 2026
25% $140,907 10% $131,134 90% $170,982 75% $161,765 $151,642 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A sr developer ?

A Senior Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications while ensuring high performance and responsiveness. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver innovative solutions. Key responsibilities include writing clean, scalable code, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior developers. Proficiency in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and tools is essential, along with strong problem-solving skills. A solid understanding of software development methodologies, version control syst...

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Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $158,604 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $161,586 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $160,338 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $161,940 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $160,373 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $168,177 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $160,244 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $168,157 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $168,171 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $165,170 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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