US Salary Data by City: What People Actually Earn
Wondering what workers earn in different US cities? I've been exploring SalaryByCity.com, a free data tool that breaks down wages across occupations and metro areas.
What You Can Find
- Wages for 129 occupations across 51 metro areas
- Side-by-side comparisons like Software Engineer in San Francisco vs Austin
- Percentile breakdowns (10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, 90th)
Key Findings
| City | Median Annual Wage (All Occupations) |
|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | ~$75,000 |
| New York, NY | ~$68,000 |
| Austin, TX | ~$58,000 |
| Nashville, TN | ~$52,000 |
Why This Matters for Job Seekers
Cost of living varies wildly. A $120K salary in San Francisco may feel like $70K in Nashville due to housing, taxes, and other costs. Always check cost of living data alongside salary data.
Data sourced from Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).
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