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National median $149,280 , about 220,660 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 | $220,460 | $168,530 to $307,460 | 2,800 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $209,340 | $160,250 to $282,700 | 4,960 | 115.6 |
| Bridgeport | $191,190 | $150,270 to $262,490 | 990 | 106.9 |
| New York | $185,100 | $142,490 to $242,400 | 18,480 | 112.6 |
| Boston | $184,990 | $139,310 to $232,930 | 6,480 | 108.3 |
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.