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National OEWS median $61,770 , national employment 289,960 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $88,980 | $74,400 to $96,430 | 720 | 110.4 |
| Seattle | $82,330 | $71,810 to $97,190 | 3,740 | 111.1 |
| San Francisco | $82,100 | $62,610 to $98,060 | 1,730 | 115.6 |
| Los Angeles | $77,380 | $62,160 to $85,280 | 6,520 | 113.6 |
| Bridgeport | $75,940 | $62,450 to $89,290 | 420 | 106.9 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.