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National median $78,760 , about 899,580 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 | $141,960 | $97,510 to $212,330 | 12,710 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $123,250 | $82,510 to $170,560 | 24,120 | 115.6 |
| Boston | $102,390 | $78,060 to $134,140 | 32,310 | 108.3 |
| Seattle | $102,170 | $74,930 to $161,120 | 18,030 | 111.1 |
| New York | $100,520 | $76,510 to $130,700 | 79,290 | 112.6 |
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.