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National OEWS median $74,260 , national employment 163,930 (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Middle half | OEWS emp. | RPP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $117,640 | $92,000 to $129,220 | 400 | 110.4 |
| San Diego | $115,160 | $82,000 to $131,900 | 1,220 | 111.9 |
| San Francisco | $105,160 | $80,160 to $124,220 | 1,260 | 115.6 |
| Riverside | $103,730 | $89,990 to $127,040 | 1,630 | 106.4 |
| Seattle | $102,290 | $82,090 to $126,510 | 1,270 | 111.1 |
BLS OEWS May 2025. RPP is BEA all-items (2024), US = 100.