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In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $76,910.
  • 10% of workers earn $44,310 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $139,870 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$44,310$58,230$76,910$101,950$139,870

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $36.98 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $21.31 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $67.25 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$21.31$28.00$36.98$49.01$67.25