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National median $83,680 , about 1,449,500 jobs nationwide (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Local pay range | Local jobs in field | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $121,700 | $96,430 to $156,700 | 13,180 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $110,730 | $88,820 to $143,590 | 25,170 | 115.6 |
| New York | $105,650 | $82,830 to $137,490 | 111,930 | 112.6 |
| Washington | $102,140 | $79,990 to $133,430 | 41,470 | 108.9 |
| Bridgeport | $102,020 | $82,020 to $133,790 | 5,000 | 106.9 |
Local salary guide May 2025. Cost of living index (2024), US average = 100. We only list metros with a published median. Missing cells are not imputed.