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National OEWS median $76,210 , national employment 670,520 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $136,140 | $125,270 to $165,490 | 2,590 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $132,000 | $124,970 to $141,810 | 7,990 | 115.6 |
| Los Angeles | $121,980 | $98,180 to $126,080 | 24,720 | 113.6 |
| Seattle | $115,120 | $101,820 to $126,950 | 4,520 | 111.1 |
| Sacramento | $111,460 | $95,920 to $122,200 | 5,420 | 106.7 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.