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National OEWS median $47,920 , national employment 402,930 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $75,230 | $61,930 to $77,330 | 610 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $73,680 | $58,820 to $75,820 | 2,350 | 115.6 |
| Seattle | $66,380 | $62,570 to $74,920 | 4,070 | 111.1 |
| Worcester | $65,640 | $52,120 to $65,950 | 1,270 | 102.5 |
| Boston | $65,170 | $57,520 to $70,880 | 6,470 | 108.3 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.