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National salary overview and state-by-state comparison for 2024.
United States National Average
Average Annual
$68,470
Median Annual
$68,860
Total Workforce
6,130
Highest Paying States
| Rank | State | Avg Salary | Job Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $101,660 | 50 |
| #2 | Wyoming | $101,590 | 50 |
| #3 | Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $88,020 | 170 |
| #4 | Alaska | $87,740 | 210 |
| #5 | Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $79,660 | 70 |
| #6 | Nevada | $79,150 | 810 |
| #7 | Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area | $79,030 | 790 |
| #8 | Virginia | $78,320 | 170 |
| #9 | Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $78,290 | 170 |
| #10 | Illinois | $76,390 | 210 |
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