How much does a Wastewater Engineer make in Boston, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Wastewater Engineer in Boston, MA is $58,500. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,871 to $64,414, with most professionals earning between $47,745 and $69,799.

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Wastewater Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $47,745 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $52,871 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $58,500 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $64,414 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $69,799 Boston,MA April 01, 2025
25% $52,871 10% $47,745 90% $69,799 75% $64,414 $58,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Wastewater Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Waste Water Treatment Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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