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National OEWS median $67,880 , national employment 187,630 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $107,170 | $79,550 to $132,020 | 770 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $99,640 | $78,370 to $128,230 | 2,740 | 115.6 |
| Sacramento | $97,070 | $73,680 to $129,560 | 1,030 | 106.7 |
| Urban Honolulu | $86,970 | $71,870 to $97,190 | 520 | 111 |
| Portland | $85,790 | $70,790 to $103,360 | 1,460 | 105.4 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.