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National OEWS median $64,520 , national employment 439,640 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.