Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Massachusetts
Computer and Information Research Scientists in Massachusetts earn a median of $170,510 a year, +22% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $170,510
- vs. U.S. median
- +22% ($140,300)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,760
Pay range in Massachusetts
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,160; the top 10% earn over $233,340. Nationally the range is $82,200 to $230,630.
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Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Massachusetts
How much do computer and information research scientists make in Massachusetts?
The median is $170,510 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,160 and the top 10% earn over $233,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Massachusetts a good state for computer and information research scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 35 (+22% vs. the national median of $140,300). Living costs are not included.