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National OEWS median $77,710 , national employment 491,430 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $104,880 | $77,690 to $135,510 | 14,240 | 108.9 |
| San Jose | $101,500 | $81,250 to $132,080 | 3,380 | 110.4 |
| Seattle | $95,970 | $75,000 to $118,820 | 9,960 | 111.1 |
| Dayton | $94,520 | $66,360 to $120,640 | 2,850 | 92.7 |
| Bridgeport | $94,280 | $73,490 to $124,070 | 1,240 | 106.9 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.