Software developers lead 6 jobs in median pay
Compare May 2025 wage percentiles for accountants, electricians, medical assistants, middle school teachers, registered nurses, and software developers.
Software Developers have the highest median and widest displayed dollar range in this group. Percentiles describe the national wage distribution for each job. They do not show career progression or the expected return to a degree.
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Published annual wage percentiles for six occupations, May 2025
| Occupation | Whisker low | Q1 | Median | Q3 | Whisker high | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $56,020 | $67,020 | $83,680 | $109,810 | $144,090 | 1,449,500 |
| Electricians | $42,640 | $49,430 | $63,190 | $83,940 | $108,510 | 757,220 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,050 | $38,470 | $45,690 | $49,180 | $59,310 | 817,870 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $48,080 | $58,530 | $64,370 | $80,490 | $102,540 | 620,090 |
| Registered Nurses | $68,940 | $80,330 | $97,550 | $112,350 | $137,470 | 3,379,720 |
| Software Developers | $82,460 | $105,210 | $135,980 | $171,980 | $214,670 | 1,687,890 |