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National median $45,010 , about 2,464,940 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 | $58,840 | $47,230 to $73,310 | 13,470 | 110.4 |
| Denver | $53,990 | $47,990 to $65,100 | 16,320 | 105.8 |
| Seattle | $53,290 | $46,760 to $63,460 | 27,460 | 111.1 |
| San Francisco | $52,000 | $43,180 to $65,940 | 37,590 | 115.6 |
| Washington | $51,880 | $43,770 to $62,940 | 39,410 | 108.9 |
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.