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National OEWS median $58,940 , national employment 380,500 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $99,880 | $90,830 to $111,990 | 1,500 | 115.6 |
| Riverside | $94,730 | $75,970 to $109,370 | 4,800 | 106.4 |
| Fresno | $94,010 | $77,420 to $109,370 | 2,660 | 102.2 |
| New York | $93,220 | $73,270 to $94,750 | 14,730 | 112.6 |
| Worcester | $91,980 | $75,070 to $101,620 | 640 | 102.5 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.