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National OEWS median $98,100 , national employment 222,740 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $146,760 | $130,200 to $154,920 | 3,780 | 115.6 |
| San Jose | $139,990 | $131,080 to $155,770 | 1,620 | 110.4 |
| Seattle | $133,740 | $132,850 to $160,190 | 3,500 | 111.1 |
| San Diego | $123,790 | $121,380 to $126,820 | 1,940 | 111.9 |
| Portland | $123,100 | $121,800 to $128,350 | 2,380 | 105.4 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.