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System engineer salary in Massachusetts

How much does a System Engineer make in Massachusetts?

Average base salary

$97,563
6%
below national average
Average $97,563
Low $67,272
High $141,493
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a system engineer is $97,563 per year in Massachusetts. 378 salaries reported, updated at June 8, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in Massachusetts

Years of experiencePer year
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 9 years
More than 10 years
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Top companies for System Engineers in Massachusetts

  1. The Structures Company, LLC
    4.8
    18 reviews10 salaries reported
    $174,527per year
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Highest paying cities for System Engineers near Massachusetts

  1. Westborough, MA
    $119,786 per year
    178 salaries reported
  2. Boxborough, MA
    $112,177 per year
    200 salaries reported
  3. Bedford, MA
    $112,003 per year
    20 salaries reported
  1. Wilmington, MA
    $111,180 per year
    15 salaries reported
  2. Woburn, MA
    $99,367 per year
    16 salaries reported
  3. Boston, MA
    $98,943 per year
    75 salaries reported
  1. Cambridge, MA
    $95,234 per year
    9 salaries reported
  2. Pittsfield, MA
    $92,004 per year
    64 salaries reported
  3. Andover, MA
    $88,209 per year
    12 salaries reported
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for System Engineers

Most recommended skill

Rackspace(earn +21.94% more)

The jobs requiring this skill have increase by 15.85% since 2018. System Engineers with this skill earn +21.94% more than the average base salary, which is $97,563 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this skillChange from previous year
201268increase by 68
2013383increase by 463.24%
2014588increase by 53.52%
2015183decrease by 68.88%
2016109decrease by 40.44%
201750decrease by 54.13%
201882increase by 64.00%
201995increase by 15.85%

Top companies hiring System Engineers with the recommended skill

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Top fields of study
Engineering Degree
+23.26%salary
Top certifications
IAT
+12.81%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top SkillsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
150 jobs401
72 jobs107
56 jobs102
61 jobs115
781 jobs1,609
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Most common benefits for System Engineers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 851 ratings

62% of System Engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Massachusetts?

Engineer

4,567 job openings

Average $105,523 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a System Engineer

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