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National OEWS median $58,260 , national employment 153,140 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $80,510 | $66,480 to $95,050 | 2,260 | 115.6 |
| San Jose | $77,950 | $68,330 to $95,030 | 1,000 | 110.4 |
| Boston | $66,930 | $56,990 to $79,440 | 2,500 | 108.3 |
| Seattle | $66,630 | $58,310 to $79,620 | 1,980 | 111.1 |
| Sacramento | $65,810 | $56,610 to $75,940 | 2,000 | 106.7 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.