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National median $97,550 , about 3,379,720 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 | $216,740 | $165,050 to $223,510 | 22,930 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $186,610 | $137,120 to $215,630 | 41,750 | 115.6 |
| Sacramento | $171,460 | $131,830 to $198,580 | 23,590 | 106.7 |
| San Diego | $139,520 | $128,380 to $169,920 | 28,680 | 111.9 |
| Urban Honolulu | $139,260 | $101,490 to $144,140 | 9,680 | 111 |
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.