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National OEWS median $63,190 , national employment 757,220 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $105,090 | $78,930 to $125,330 | 7,340 | 105.4 |
| Chicago | $102,350 | $74,400 to $118,660 | 17,720 | 103.6 |
| Seattle | $101,780 | $75,610 to $125,950 | 9,750 | 111.1 |
| Urban Honolulu | $100,270 | $74,970 to $120,740 | 2,290 | 111 |
| San Francisco | $92,830 | $70,090 to $130,260 | 9,060 | 115.6 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.