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

Technical Program Manager Salary in Boston, MA

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Technical Program Manager in Boston, MA is $158,498, equivalent to $76 per hour, $3,048 weekly, or $13,208 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Technical Program Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Technical Program Manager in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $132,293 to $194,580. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($144,781) and 75th percentile ($177,384), while top earners (90th percentile) make $194,580 per year. This $32,603 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Scrum, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

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

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10th Percentile Technical Program Manager Salary $132,293 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Technical Program Manager Salary $144,781 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Technical Program Manager Salary $158,498 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Technical Program Manager Salary $177,384 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Technical Program Manager Salary $194,580 Boston, MA May 01, 2026
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Technical Program Manager in Boston, MA. The base salary for Technical Program Manager ranges from $144,781 to $177,384 with the average base salary of $158,498. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $157,991 to $218,290 with the average total cash compensation of $185,880.

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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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