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National median $105,770 , about 3,503,020 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 | $163,860 | $102,330 to $245,630 | 17,230 | 110.4 |
| New York | $157,000 | $100,040 to $226,350 | 177,850 | 112.6 |
| Washington | $156,460 | $99,840 to $201,010 | 112,530 | 108.9 |
| San Francisco | $149,990 | $98,890 to $220,200 | 43,520 | 115.6 |
| Hartford | $148,080 | $99,120 to $207,160 | 13,370 | 102.7 |
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.