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National OEWS median $65,120 , national employment 260,870 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $100,150 | $80,340 to $124,400 | 1,740 | 111.1 |
| San Jose | $98,640 | $84,050 to $127,480 | 790 | 110.4 |
| Sacramento | $98,330 | $76,030 to $107,120 | 1,700 | 106.7 |
| San Diego | $97,860 | $76,730 to $104,350 | 1,970 | 111.9 |
| Boston | $97,410 | $77,420 to $106,770 | 4,980 | 108.3 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.