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National OEWS median $100,840 , national employment 367,840 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $130,280 | $100,300 to $166,320 | 3,170 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $130,160 | $103,030 to $163,150 | 10,990 | 115.6 |
| Sacramento | $130,150 | $100,270 to $159,360 | 5,590 | 106.7 |
| Fresno | $119,720 | $90,860 to $139,900 | 1,250 | 102.2 |
| Seattle | $116,480 | $100,290 to $134,500 | 7,680 | 111.1 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.