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National median $47,120 , about 1,096,780 jobs nationwide (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Local pay range | Local jobs in field | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu | $77,960 | $50,350 to $86,130 | 3,040 | 111 |
| San Francisco | $72,610 | $58,310 to $84,240 | 11,620 | 115.6 |
| San Jose | $68,470 | $56,850 to $80,910 | 4,420 | 110.4 |
| St. Louis | $64,500 | $47,840 to $81,580 | 8,670 | 95.1 |
| Boston | $63,420 | $54,540 to $93,830 | 11,580 | 108.3 |
Local salary guide May 2025. Cost of living index (2024), US average = 100. We only list metros with a published median. Missing cells are not imputed.