DOL Median (Boston, MA)
$50,000
vs National
-13.4%
National: $57,764BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$34,130
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$50,000
-13.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$57,764
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Geographers in Boston, MA earns $50,000 in nominal terms, which is 13.4% below the national average of $57,764. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 146.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $34,130 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Boston, MA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| CoStar Realty Information Inc. | $64,584 | 1 |
| Trustees of Boston University | $55,000 | 3 |
| University of Massachusetts Boston | $50,000 | 2 |
| Northeastern University | $47,500 | 1 |
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How much does a Geographers make in Boston, MA?
The median Geographers salary in Boston, MA is $50,000 based on 7 DOL filings.
Is Boston, MA a good place to work as a Geographers?
A Geographers in Boston, MA earns 13.4% less than the national median of $57,764, or $34,130 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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