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Economists
Full economists overview →U.S. mean $142,130 · median $124,720
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | #1 | $175,100 | $167,590 | $84 | +23.2% | $98,350–$299,110 |
| New York | #2 | $168,580 | $136,660 | $81 | +18.6% | $82,130–$292,850 |
| New Jersey | #3 | $161,990 | $167,550 | $78 | +14% | $83,990–$195,190 |
| Kansas | #4 | $150,950 | $138,790 | $73 | +6.2% | $67,610–$238,990 |