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National OEWS median $47,540 , national employment 1,706,790 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $62,940 | $53,220 to $77,380 | 7,970 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $62,110 | $51,700 to $77,660 | 20,270 | 115.6 |
| Seattle | $60,230 | $50,700 to $68,080 | 15,780 | 111.1 |
| Boston | $59,330 | $48,690 to $65,140 | 28,540 | 108.3 |
| Bridgeport | $57,440 | $49,120 to $68,040 | 5,800 | 106.9 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.