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National median $48,570 , about 597,370 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $76,800 | $55,990 to $115,150 | 8,190 | 111.1 |
| Albany | $62,470 | $49,390 to $79,020 | 1,410 | 99.6 |
| San Francisco | $62,340 | $49,410 to $76,810 | 6,860 | 115.6 |
| Washington | $61,820 | $45,390 to $80,620 | 2,770 | 108.9 |
| Urban Honolulu | $61,630 | $39,420 to $72,540 | 520 | 111 |
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.