National Wages 19-3011.00 - Economists

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $124,720.
  • 10% of workers earn $67,360 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $238,060 or more.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationAnnual Low (10%)Annual QL (25%)Annual Median (50%)Annual QU (75%)Annual High (90%)
United States$67,360$89,330$124,720$174,720$238,060

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $59.96 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $32.38 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $114.45 or more per hour.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationHourly Low (10%)Hourly QL (25%)Hourly Median (50%)Hourly QU (75%)Hourly High (90%)
United States$32.38$42.95$59.96$84.00$114.45