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In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $97,150.
  • 10% of workers earn $23,360 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $167,470 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$23,360$34,530$97,150$143,230$167,470

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $46.71 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $11.23 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $80.51 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$11.23$16.60$46.71$68.86$80.51