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National median $64,330 , about 353,310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno | $101,280 | $73,620 to $125,580 | 1,210 | 102.2 |
| Sacramento | $100,930 | $73,840 to $130,070 | 2,730 | 106.7 |
| Riverside | $96,780 | $69,140 to $130,570 | 3,800 | 106.4 |
| San Jose | $95,390 | $74,950 to $121,890 | 2,440 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $94,600 | $69,930 to $122,020 | 5,270 | 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.