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Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Full architecture and engineering occupations overview →U.S. mean $106,830 · median $99,520
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #1 | $130,890 | $128,000 | $63 | +22.5% | $63,050–$198,840 |
| District of Columbia | #2 | $130,620 | $125,650 | $63 | +22.3% | $77,530–$195,190 |
| California | #3 | $128,910 | $124,010 | $62 | +20.7% | $68,050–$205,930 |
| Maryland | #4 | $120,070 | $111,220 | $58 | +12.4% | $64,200–$185,220 |