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National OEWS median $58,750 , national employment 287,050 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu | $84,410 | $63,380 to $92,750 | 250 | 111 |
| Seattle | $74,560 | $61,460 to $88,280 | 4,250 | 111.1 |
| Boston | $72,060 | $59,730 to $80,250 | 4,870 | 108.3 |
| Washington | $68,850 | $55,540 to $95,130 | 620 | 108.9 |
| San Francisco | $67,750 | $56,990 to $91,080 | 1,610 | 115.6 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.