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In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $51,220.
  • 10% of workers earn $36,740 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $97,630 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$36,740$40,700$51,220$73,990$97,630

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $24.62 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $17.66 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $46.94 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$17.66$19.57$24.62$35.57$46.94