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National median $104,590 , about 180,470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $154,140 | $99,060 to $198,750 | 1,450 | 110.4 |
| Rochester | $139,640 | $113,690 to $184,560 | 460 | 97 |
| Louisville | $138,670 | $102,240 to $182,430 | 200 | 93.1 |
| New York | $137,800 | $107,490 to $179,360 | 7,550 | 112.6 |
| San Francisco | $136,030 | $100,470 to $175,530 | 1,720 | 115.6 |
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.