For the typical company in California, you can expect to be tested on algorithmic knowledge for an entry-level job.
Many, many more than "top 10 highest-paying." But yes, generally for six figure entry level roles.
But to the point of your question, no. It’s Boston-area typical entry-level SWE, whether self-taught, boot-camp, or college grad. We’re not even top-15 CS program competitive at that rate.