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National OEWS median $50,690 , national employment 169,450 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $64,180 | $50,490 to $75,130 | 1,890 | 108.3 |
| Bridgeport | $60,600 | $51,420 to $67,850 | 230 | 106.9 |
| Hartford | $60,210 | $49,620 to $66,040 | 1,640 | 102.7 |
| San Jose | $59,620 | $49,610 to $72,860 | 2,050 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $59,600 | $47,000 to $72,190 | 1,930 | 115.6 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.