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National median $64,520 , about 439,640 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 Francisco | $90,580 | $70,480 to $118,440 | 2,550 | 115.6 |
| San Jose | $84,620 | $70,010 to $102,930 | 920 | 110.4 |
| Urban Honolulu | $81,120 | $61,810 to $98,740 | 720 | 111 |
| Seattle | $79,920 | $64,770 to $102,930 | 4,600 | 111.1 |
| Portland | $78,710 | $64,620 to $96,490 | 4,830 | 105.4 |
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.