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National OEWS median $60,580 , national employment 670,090 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu | $94,310 | $69,660 to $114,490 | 3,120 | 111 |
| San Francisco | $89,200 | $63,340 to $100,380 | 14,010 | 115.6 |
| Chicago | $80,440 | $58,770 to $113,970 | 14,220 | 103.6 |
| San Jose | $80,190 | $62,870 to $102,700 | 4,460 | 110.4 |
| Seattle | $76,410 | $63,740 to $99,700 | 14,970 | 111.1 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.