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National OEWS median $78,000 , national employment 324,230 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $105,340 | $83,740 to $124,990 | 3,390 | 115.6 |
| Baltimore | $98,700 | $74,300 to $121,680 | 4,280 | 104.5 |
| San Jose | $98,230 | $78,940 to $129,800 | 370 | 110.4 |
| Bridgeport | $97,740 | $81,910 to $125,380 | 280 | 106.9 |
| New York | $95,980 | $76,030 to $118,350 | 14,840 | 112.6 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.