How much does a Cancer Researcher make in Boston, MA?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Cancer Researcher in Boston, MA is $65,832. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $60,440 to $74,142, with most professionals earning between $55,532 and $81,708.

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Cancer Researcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $55,532 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
25th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $60,440 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
50th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $65,832 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
75th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $74,142 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
90th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $81,708 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
25% $60,440 10% $55,532 90% $81,708 75% $74,142 $65,832 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Cancer Researcher in Boston, MA. The base salary for Cancer Researcher ranges from $60,440 to $74,142 with the average base salary of $65,832. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,464 to $78,069 with the average total cash compensation of $69,660.

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