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What your role actually pays, on official data

Government pay estimates for roles in the United States, including the 25th percentile, median, and 75th percentile with years of pay history.

107 roles

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Accounting ManagerAccounting Manager salary in the United States: $125,490–$219,980; median $166,570. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Financial managers.
Active DirectoryActive Directory salary (US): $78,010–$126,640; median $99,130. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Network and Computer Systems Administrators.
Administrative AssistantAdministrative Assistant salary (US): $38,830–$58,000; median $47,540. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Secretaries, except legal, medical, and executive.
AdministratorAdministrator salary (US): $38,830–$58,000; median $47,540. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Secretaries, except legal, medical, and executive.
ArchitectArchitect salary in the United States: $77,960–$126,550; median $99,280. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Architects, except landscape and naval.
AssistantAssistant salary (US): $38,830–$58,000; median $47,540. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Secretaries, except legal, medical, and executive.
Assistant AccountantAssistant Accountant salary in the United States: $67,020–$109,810; median $83,680. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Accountants and auditors.
Audit AssociateAudit Associate salary in the United States: $67,020–$109,810; median $83,680. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Accountants and auditors.
Audit ManagerAudit Manager salary in the United States: $67,020–$109,810; median $83,680. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Accountants and auditors.
BaristaBarista salary in the United States: $27,700–$36,070; median $31,200. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers.
BartenderBartender salary in the United States: $27,400–$47,570; median $34,340. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Bartenders.
BookkeeperBookkeeper salary in the United States: $43,520–$61,470; median $50,670. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks.
Cabin CrewCabin Crew salary in the United States: $51,760–$95,640; median $63,580. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Flight Attendants.
CarpenterCarpenter salary in the United States: $48,510–$76,830; median $60,580. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Carpenters.
ChefChef salary in the United States: $48,440–$78,750; median $62,470. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Chefs and head cooks.
Chief Operating OfficerChief Operating Officer salary in the United States: $129,540–$356,200; median $213,990. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Chief executives.
ChildcareChildcare salary in the United States: $29,360–$38,570; median $34,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Child care workers.
Civil EngineerCivil Engineer salary in the United States: $79,930–$129,680; median $100,840. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Civil engineers.
Commis ChefCommis Chef salary in the United States: $48,440–$78,750; median $62,470. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Chefs and head cooks.
Computer ScienceComputer Science salary in the United States: $105,210–$171,980; median $135,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Software Developers.
ConstructionConstruction salary in the United States: $38,620–$59,740; median $47,120. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Construction laborers.
Construction LaborerConstruction Laborer salary in the United States: $38,620–$59,740; median $47,120. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Construction laborers.
CourierCourier salary in the United States: $36,070–$45,280; median $39,200. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Couriers and messengers.
Creative WriterCreative Writer salary in the United States: $58,230–$101,950; median $76,910. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Writers and authors.
CRNACRNA salary in the United States: $206,730–$294,350; median $236,590. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Nurse Anesthetists.
Customer ServiceCustomer Service salary in the United States: $36,870–$51,780; median $44,770. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Customer service representatives.
Delivery DriverDelivery Driver salary (US): $37,270–$52,310; median $44,860. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Truck drivers, light or delivery services.
Dental AssistantDental Assistant salary in the United States: $44,340–$58,090; median $48,070. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Dental assistants.
Dental HygieneDental Hygiene salary in the United States: $83,570–$108,480; median $98,100. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Dental Hygienists.
Dental NurseDental Nurse salary in the United States: $44,340–$58,090; median $48,070. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Dental assistants.
DentistDentist salary in the United States: $125,710–$224,040; median $170,950. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Dentists, general.
ElectricianElectrician salary in the United States: $49,430–$83,940; median $63,190. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Electricians.
EngineeringEngineering salary in the United States: $105,210–$171,980; median $135,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Software Developers.
ER NurseER Nurse salary in the United States: $80,330–$112,350; median $97,550. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Registered Nurses.
Estate AgentEstate Agent salary in the United States: $40,040–$82,020; median $52,830. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Real estate sales agents.
Executive AssistantExecutive Assistant salary (US): $61,390–$94,390; median $76,590. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Executive secretaries and administrative assistants.
Experienced NurseExperienced Nurse salary in the United States: $80,330–$112,350; median $97,550. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Registered Nurses.
FashionFashion salary in the United States: $51,940–$106,470; median $80,960. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Fashion designers.
Fashion DesignerFashion Designer salary in the United States: $51,940–$106,470; median $80,960. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Fashion designers.
FilmFilm salary (US): $50,920–$106,660; median $74,990. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Camera operators, television, video, and motion picture.
FootballFootball salary in the United States: $36,790–$109,880; median $66,710. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Athletes and sports competitors.
Forklift OperatorForklift Operator salary (US): $40,030–$54,770; median $46,420. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Industrial truck and tractor operators.
General CounselGeneral Counsel salary in the United States: $102,990–$221,370; median $159,670. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Lawyers.
GPGP salary in the United States: $162,420–$334,270; median $244,180. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Family Medicine Physicians.
Graphic DesignerGraphic Designer salary in the United States: $49,040–$81,830; median $62,960. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Graphic designers.
HairdresserHairdresser salary (US): $30,120–$48,830; median $35,790. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists.
Healthcare AdministrationHealthcare Administration salary (US): $94,700–$166,100; median $123,860. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Medical and health services managers.
HGV DriverHGV Driver salary in the United States: $47,960–$69,120; median $58,640. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Truck drivers, heavy and tractor-trailer.
HospitalityHospitality salary in the United States: $49,530–$94,030; median $69,250. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Lodging managers.
HousekeeperHousekeeper salary in the United States: $30,350–$39,590; median $35,510. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Maids and housekeeping cleaners.
HR AssistantHR Assistant salary (US): $44,030–$59,800; median $50,610. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping.
ICU NurseICU Nurse salary in the United States: $80,330–$112,350; median $97,550. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Registered Nurses.
Interior DesignInterior Design salary in the United States: $51,840–$85,740; median $67,190. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Interior designers.
IT SupportIT Support salary in the United States: $49,000–$79,040; median $61,860. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Computer User Support Specialists.
JournalismJournalism salary in the United States: $58,230–$101,950; median $76,910. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Writers and authors.
JudgeJudge salary in the United States: $85,710–$194,950; median $153,990. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates.
Kitchen AssistantKitchen Assistant salary in the United States: $29,950–$38,550; median $35,320. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Food preparation workers.
Kitchen DesignerKitchen Designer salary in the United States: $51,840–$85,740; median $67,190. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Interior designers.
LabourerLabourer salary in the United States: $38,620–$59,740; median $47,120. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Construction laborers.
LandscaperLandscaper salary in the United States: $36,190–$46,830; median $39,150. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Landscaping and groundskeeping workers.
LawyerLawyer salary in the United States: $102,990–$221,370; median $159,670. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Lawyers.
Machine LearningMachine Learning salary (US): $103,570–$188,700; median $140,300. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Computer and Information Research Scientists.
Management AccountantManagement Accountant salary in the United States: $67,020–$109,810; median $83,680. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Accountants and auditors.
Manual TesterManual Tester salary (US): $80,310–$133,180; median $104,300. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers.
Marketing ManagerMarketing Manager salary in the United States: $123,020–$216,410; median $166,790. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Marketing managers.
Mechanical EngineerMechanical Engineer salary in the United States: $84,130–$132,590; median $104,110. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Mechanical engineers.
MedicalMedical salary in the United States: $94,700–$166,100; median $123,860. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Medical and health services managers.
ModelModel salary in the United States: $35,710–$99,320; median $48,470. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Models. Compare this official pay benchmark.
NannyNanny salary in the United States: $29,360–$38,570; median $34,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Child care workers.
Net DeveloperNet Developer salary in the United States: $105,210–$171,980; median $135,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Software Developers.
NeurosurgeonNeurosurgeon salary in the United States: $134,850–$511,420; median $414,010. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Surgeons, All Other.
NurseNurse salary in the United States: $80,330–$112,350; median $97,550. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Registered Nurses.
Operating Room NurseOperating Room Nurse salary in the United States: $80,330–$112,350; median $97,550. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Registered Nurses.
Operations ManagerOperations Manager salary in the United States: $72,320–$167,280; median $105,770. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: General and operations managers.
OpticianOptician salary in the United States: $38,820–$61,700; median $47,260. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Opticians, dispensing.
PayrollPayroll salary in the United States: $47,990–$69,600; median $58,260. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Payroll and timekeeping clerks.
Payroll ManagerPayroll Manager salary in the United States: $113,170–$200,610; median $149,230. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Compensation and Benefits Managers.
Personal TrainerPersonal Trainer salary (US): $35,280–$61,730; median $47,160. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Fitness trainers and aerobics instructors.
PharmacistPharmacist salary in the United States: $129,380–$161,840; median $140,910. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Pharmacists.
PharmacyPharmacy salary in the United States: $129,380–$161,840; median $140,910. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Pharmacists.
Physician AssistantPhysician Assistant salary in the United States: $120,670–$163,980; median $135,880. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Physician assistants.
PhysiotherapistPhysiotherapist salary in the United States: $86,160–$121,160; median $102,760. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Physical therapists.
Plant ManagerPlant Manager salary in the United States: $98,160–$161,880; median $126,060. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Industrial production managers.
Police OfficerPolice Officer salary in the United States: $59,290–$97,600; median $76,210. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Police and sheriff's patrol officers.
Production ManagerProduction Manager salary in the United States: $98,160–$161,880; median $126,060. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Industrial production managers.
Project ManagerProject Manager salary in the United States: $78,440–$133,100; median $102,320. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Project Management Specialists.
Property ManagerProperty Manager salary (US): $50,720–$97,910; median $69,990. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Property, real estate, and community association managers.
Quantity SurveyorQuantity Surveyor salary in the United States: $61,150–$101,850; median $78,740. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Cost estimators.
ReceptionistReceptionist salary in the United States: $33,960–$45,130; median $38,010. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Receptionists and information clerks.
Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Therapist salary in the United States: $74,520–$98,730; median $82,280. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Respiratory therapists.
RetailRetail salary in the United States: $29,900–$38,670; median $35,410. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Retail salespersons.
Retail AssistantRetail Assistant salary in the United States: $29,900–$38,670; median $35,410. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Retail salespersons.
Sales AdvisorSales Advisor salary in the United States: $29,900–$38,670; median $35,410. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Retail salespersons.
Sales AssistantSales Assistant salary in the United States: $29,900–$38,670; median $35,410. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Retail salespersons.
Sales ManagerSales Manager salary in the United States: $100,360–$207,340; median $148,270. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Sales managers.
Security OfficerSecurity Officer salary in the United States: $35,210–$46,200; median $38,020. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Security guards.
Social Media ManagerSocial Media Manager salary in the United States: $123,020–$216,410; median $166,790. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Marketing managers.
Software EngineerSoftware Engineer salary in the United States: $105,210–$171,980; median $135,980. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Software Developers.
SolicitorSolicitor salary in the United States: $102,990–$221,370; median $159,670. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Lawyers.
SonographerSonographer salary in the United States: $80,430–$106,930; median $96,590. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Diagnostic medical sonographers.
Summer Camp CounselorSummer Camp Counselor salary in the United States: $31,780–$43,470; median $36,560. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Recreation workers.
Tax AccountantTax Accountant salary in the United States: $67,020–$109,810; median $83,680. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Accountants and auditors.
Training ManagerTraining Manager salary in the United States: $101,850–$176,870; median $133,000. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Training and Development Managers.
UnderwriterUnderwriter salary in the United States: $64,620–$110,390; median $81,370. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Insurance underwriters.
Vendor ManagementVendor Management salary in the United States: $115,550–$182,270; median $148,080. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Purchasing managers.
Veterinary NurseVeterinary Nurse salary (US): $38,910–$57,650; median $47,380. BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Veterinary technologists and technicians.
WaitressWaitress salary in the United States: $27,750–$47,110; median $35,230. Source: BLS, May 2025. Mapped occupation: Waiters and waitresses.

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