Compare salaries between U.S. states using occupational wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Select an occupation and two states to see average annual wages, monthly gross equivalents, and the dollar and percentage differences.

Our free salary comparison tool uses the same occupation code and reporting period for both states to provide a consistent comparison. Results reflect gross average wages and do not account for taxes, living costs, or individual experience.

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Compare the same SOC occupation using the same BLS reporting period. Differences are not adjusted for taxes or cost of living.

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BreedersAnimal CaretakersAnimal Control WorkersAnimal ScientistsAnimal TrainersAnthropologists and ArcheologistsArbitrators, Mediators, and ConciliatorsArchitects, Except Landscape and NavalArchitectural and Civil DraftersArchitectural and Engineering ManagersArchivistsArt DirectorsArtists and Related Workers, All OtherAstronomersAtmospheric and Space ScientistsAudio and Video TechniciansAudiologistsAudiovisual Equipment Installers and RepairersAutomotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsAutomotive Body and Related RepairersAutomotive Glass Installers and RepairersAutomotive Service Technicians and MechanicsAvionics TechniciansBaggage Porters and BellhopsBailiffsBakersBarbersBartendersBicycle RepairersBill and Account CollectorsBilling and Posting ClerksBiochemists and BiophysicistsBioengineers and Biomedical EngineersBiological Scientists, All OtherBiological TechniciansBoilermakersBookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing ClerksBrickmasons and BlockmasonsBridge and Lock TendersBroadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysBroadcast TechniciansBrokerage ClerksBudget AnalystsBuilding Cleaning Workers, All OtherBus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine SpecialistsBus Drivers, SchoolBus Drivers, Transit and IntercityBusiness Operations Specialists, All OtherButchers and Meat CuttersBuyers and Purchasing AgentsCabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersCalibration Technologists and TechniciansCamera and Photographic Equipment RepairersCamera Operators, Television, Video, and FilmCaptains, Mates, and Pilots of Water VesselsCardiologistsCardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansCareer/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondaryCargo and Freight AgentsCarpentersCarpet InstallersCartographers and PhotogrammetristsCashiersCement Masons and Concrete FinishersChefs and Head CooksChemical EngineersChemical Equipment Operators and TendersChemical Plant and System OperatorsChemical TechniciansChemistsChief ExecutivesChild, Family, and School Social WorkersChildcare WorkersChiropractorsChoreographersCivil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansCivil EngineersClaims Adjusters, Examiners, and InvestigatorsCleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentCleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and TendersClergyClinical and Counseling PsychologistsClinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansCoating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersCoil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersCoin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and RepairersCommercial and Industrial DesignersCommercial DiversCommunications Equipment Operators, All OtherCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All OtherCommunity Health WorkersCompensation and Benefits ManagersCompensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsCompliance OfficersComputer and Information Research ScientistsComputer and Information Systems ManagersComputer Hardware EngineersComputer Network ArchitectsComputer Network Support SpecialistsComputer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsComputer Numerically Controlled Tool ProgrammersComputer Occupations, All OtherComputer ProgrammersComputer Systems AnalystsComputer User Support SpecialistsComputer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersConciergesConservation ScientistsConstruction and Building InspectorsConstruction LaborersConstruction ManagersContinuous Mining Machine OperatorsControl and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorConveyor Operators and TendersCooks, All OtherCooks, Fast FoodCooks, Institution and CafeteriaCooks, Private HouseholdCooks, RestaurantCooks, Short OrderCooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and TendersCorrectional Officers and JailersCorrespondence ClerksCost EstimatorsCostume AttendantsCounselors, All OtherCounter and Rental ClerksCouriers and MessengersCourt Reporters and Simultaneous CaptionersCourt, Municipal, and License ClerksCraft ArtistsCrane and Tower OperatorsCredit AnalystsCredit Authorizers, Checkers, and ClerksCredit CounselorsCrematory OperatorsCrossing Guards and FlaggersCrushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersCuratorsCustomer Service RepresentativesCutters and Trimmers, HandCutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersCutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticData Entry KeyersData ScientistsDatabase AdministratorsDatabase ArchitectsDemonstrators and Product PromotersDental AssistantsDental HygienistsDental Laboratory TechniciansDentists, All Other SpecialistsDentists, GeneralDermatologistsDerrick Operators, Oil and GasDesigners, All OtherDesktop PublishersDetectives and Criminal InvestigatorsDiagnostic Medical SonographersDietetic TechniciansDietitians and NutritionistsDining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersDirectors, Religious Activities and EducationDishwashersDispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceDoor-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related WorkersDrafters, All OtherDredge OperatorsDrilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticDriver/Sales WorkersDrywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersEarth Drillers, Except Oil and GasEconomistsEditorsEducation Administrators, All OtherEducation Administrators, PostsecondaryEducation and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareEducational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherEducational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and AdvisorsElectric Motor, Power Tool, and Related RepairersElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansElectrical and Electronics DraftersElectrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation EquipmentElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelayElectrical EngineersElectrical Power-Line Installers and RepairersElectrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersElectriciansElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansElectronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor VehiclesElectronics Engineers, Except ComputerElevator and Escalator Installers and RepairersEligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsEmbalmersEmergency Management DirectorsEmergency Medical TechniciansEmergency Medicine PhysiciansEngine and Other Machine AssemblersEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherEngineers, All OtherEntertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingEntertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All OtherEnvironmental Engineering Technologists and TechniciansEnvironmental EngineersEnvironmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthEnvironmental Scientists and Specialists, Including HealthEpidemiologistsEtchers and EngraversExcavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningExecutive Secretaries and Executive Administrative AssistantsExercise PhysiologistsExercise Trainers and Group Fitness InstructorsExplosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and BlastersExtraction Workers, All OtherExtruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticExtruding and Forming Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Synthetic and Glass FibersExtruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersFabric and Apparel PatternmakersFacilities ManagersFallersFamily Medicine PhysiciansFarm and Home Management EducatorsFarm Equipment Mechanics and Service TechniciansFarmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural ManagersFarmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseFarmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural AnimalsFashion DesignersFast Food and Counter WorkersFence ErectorsFiberglass Laminators and FabricatorsFile ClerksFilm and Video EditorsFinancial and Investment AnalystsFinancial Clerks, All OtherFinancial ExaminersFinancial ManagersFinancial Risk SpecialistsFinancial Specialists, All OtherFine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and IllustratorsFire Inspectors and InvestigatorsFirefightersFirst-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersFirst-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesFirst-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersFirst-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesFirst-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All OtherFirst-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersFirst-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsFish and Game WardensFloor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard TilesFloor Sanders and FinishersFloral DesignersFood and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and TendersFood BatchmakersFood Cooking Machine Operators and TendersFood Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherFood Preparation WorkersFood Processing Workers, All OtherFood Science TechniciansFood Scientists and TechnologistsFood Servers, NonrestaurantFood Service ManagersForensic Science TechniciansForest and Conservation TechniciansForest and Conservation WorkersForest Fire Inspectors and Prevention SpecialistsForestersForging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticFoundry Mold and CoremakersFundraisersFundraising ManagersFuneral AttendantsFuneral Home ManagersFurnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and TendersFurniture FinishersGambling and Sports Book Writers and RunnersGambling Cage WorkersGambling Change Persons and Booth CashiersGambling DealersGambling ManagersGambling Service Workers, All OtherGambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling InvestigatorsGas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station OperatorsGas Plant OperatorsGeneral and Operations ManagersGeneral Internal Medicine PhysiciansGenetic CounselorsGeographersGeological Technicians, Except Hydrologic TechniciansGeoscientists, Except Hydrologists and GeographersGlaziersGraders and Sorters, Agricultural ProductsGraphic DesignersGrinding and Polishing Workers, HandGrinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticGrounds Maintenance Workers, All OtherHairdressers, Hairstylists, and CosmetologistsHazardous Materials Removal WorkersHealth and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and InspectorsHealth Education SpecialistsHealth Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsHealth Technologists and Technicians, All OtherHealthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherHealthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherHealthcare Social WorkersHealthcare Support Workers, All OtherHearing Aid SpecialistsHeat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticHeating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and InstallersHeavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck DriversHelpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble SettersHelpers--CarpentersHelpers--ElectriciansHelpers--Extraction WorkersHelpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersHelpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco MasonsHelpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersHelpers--Production WorkersHelpers--RoofersHelpers, Construction Trades, All OtherHighway Maintenance WorkersHistoriansHoist and Winch OperatorsHome Appliance RepairersHome Health and Personal Care AidesHosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee ShopHotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksHuman Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and TimekeepingHuman Resources ManagersHuman Resources SpecialistsHydrologic TechniciansHydrologistsIndustrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansIndustrial EngineersIndustrial Machinery MechanicsIndustrial Production ManagersIndustrial Truck and Tractor OperatorsIndustrial-Organizational PsychologistsInformation and Record Clerks, All OtherInformation Security AnalystsInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and WeighersInstallation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherInstructional CoordinatorsInsulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallInsulation Workers, MechanicalInsurance Appraisers, Auto DamageInsurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksInsurance Sales AgentsInsurance UnderwritersInterior DesignersInterpreters and TranslatorsInterviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanJanitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping CleanersJewelers and Precious Stone and Metal WorkersJudges, Magistrate Judges, and MagistratesJudicial Law ClerksLabor Relations SpecialistsLaborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, HandLandscape ArchitectsLandscaping and Groundskeeping WorkersLathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticLaundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersLawyersLayout Workers, Metal and PlasticLegal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsLegal Support Workers, All OtherLibrarians and Media Collections SpecialistsLibrary Assistants, ClericalLibrary TechniciansLicensed Practical and Licensed Vocational NursesLife Scientists, All OtherLife, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherLifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service WorkersLight Truck DriversLighting TechniciansLoading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground MiningLoan Interviewers and ClerksLoan OfficersLocker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room AttendantsLocksmiths and Safe RepairersLocomotive EngineersLodging ManagersLog Graders and ScalersLogging Equipment OperatorsLogging Workers, All OtherLogisticiansMachine Feeders and OffbearersMachinistsMagnetic Resonance Imaging TechnologistsMaids and Housekeeping CleanersMail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceMaintenance and Repair Workers, GeneralMaintenance Workers, MachineryMakeup Artists, Theatrical and PerformanceManagement AnalystsManagers, All OtherManicurists and PedicuristsManufactured Building and Mobile Home InstallersMarine Engineers and Naval ArchitectsMarket Research Analysts and Marketing SpecialistsMarketing ManagersMarriage and Family TherapistsMassage TherapistsMaterial Moving Workers, All OtherMaterials EngineersMaterials ScientistsMathematical Science Occupations, All OtherMathematiciansMeat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersMechanical Door RepairersMechanical DraftersMechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansMechanical EngineersMedia and Communication Equipment Workers, All OtherMedia and Communication Workers, All OtherMedical and Health Services ManagersMedical Appliance TechniciansMedical AssistantsMedical DosimetristsMedical Equipment PreparersMedical Equipment RepairersMedical Records SpecialistsMedical Scientists, Except EpidemiologistsMedical Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsMedical TranscriptionistsMeeting, Convention, and Event PlannersMental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersMerchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersMetal Workers and Plastic Workers, All OtherMetal-Refining Furnace Operators and TendersMeter Readers, UtilitiesMicrobiologistsMilling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticMillwrightsMining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety EngineersMiscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsMiscellaneous Construction and Related WorkersMixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersMobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesModel Makers, Metal and PlasticModelsMolders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and PlasticMolding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticMorticians, Undertakers, and Funeral ArrangersMotion Picture ProjectionistsMotor Vehicle Operators, All OtherMotorboat Mechanics and Service TechniciansMotorboat OperatorsMotorcycle MechanicsMultiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticMuseum Technicians and ConservatorsMusic Directors and ComposersMusical Instrument Repairers and TunersNatural Sciences ManagersNetwork and Computer Systems AdministratorsNeurologistsNew Accounts ClerksNews Analysts, Reporters, and JournalistsNuclear EngineersNuclear Medicine TechnologistsNuclear Power Reactor OperatorsNuclear TechniciansNurse AnesthetistsNurse MidwivesNurse PractitionersNursing AssistantsObstetricians and GynecologistsOccupational Health and Safety SpecialistsOccupational Health and Safety TechniciansOccupational TherapistsOccupational Therapy AidesOccupational Therapy AssistantsOffice and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherOffice Clerks, GeneralOffice Machine Operators, Except ComputerOperating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsOperations Research AnalystsOphthalmic Laboratory TechniciansOphthalmic Medical TechniciansOphthalmologists, Except PediatricOpticians, DispensingOptometristsOral and Maxillofacial SurgeonsOrder ClerksOrderliesOrthodontistsOrthopedic Surgeons, Except PediatricOrthotists and ProsthetistsOutdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsPackaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersPackers and Packagers, HandPainters, Construction and MaintenancePainting, Coating, and Decorating WorkersPaper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersPaperhangersParalegals and Legal AssistantsParamedicsParking AttendantsParking Enforcement WorkersParts SalespersonsPassenger AttendantsPatternmakers, Metal and PlasticPaving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsPayroll and Timekeeping ClerksPediatric SurgeonsPediatricians, GeneralPersonal Care and Service Workers, All OtherPersonal Financial AdvisorsPersonal Service Managers, All OtherPest Control WorkersPesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationPetroleum EngineersPetroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and GaugersPharmacistsPharmacy AidesPharmacy TechniciansPhlebotomistsPhotographersPhotographic Process Workers and Processing Machine OperatorsPhysical Scientists, All OtherPhysical Therapist AidesPhysical Therapist AssistantsPhysical TherapistsPhysician AssistantsPhysicians, All OtherPhysicians, PathologistsPhysicistsPile Driver OperatorsPipelayersPlant and System Operators, All OtherPlasterers and Stucco MasonsPlating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticPlumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersPodiatristsPolice and Sheriff's Patrol OfficersPolitical ScientistsPostal Service ClerksPostal Service Mail CarriersPostal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsPostmasters and Mail SuperintendentsPourers and Casters, MetalPower Distributors and DispatchersPower Plant OperatorsPrecision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All OtherPrepress Technicians and WorkersPreschool Teachers, Except Special EducationPressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsPrint Binding and Finishing WorkersPrinting Press OperatorsPrivate Detectives and InvestigatorsProbation Officers and Correctional Treatment SpecialistsProcurement ClerksProducers and DirectorsProduction Workers, All OtherProduction, Planning, and Expediting ClerksProject Management SpecialistsProofreaders and Copy MarkersProperty Appraisers and AssessorsProperty, Real Estate, and Community Association ManagersProtective Service Workers, All OtherPsychiatric AidesPsychiatric TechniciansPsychiatristsPsychologists, All OtherPublic Relations ManagersPublic Relations SpecialistsPublic Safety TelecommunicatorsPump Operators, Except Wellhead PumpersPurchasing ManagersRadiation TherapistsRadio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and RepairersRadiologic Technologists and TechniciansRadiologistsRail Car RepairersRail Transportation Workers, All OtherRail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and HostlersRail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment OperatorsRailroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive FirersRailroad Conductors and YardmastersReal Estate BrokersReal Estate Sales AgentsReceptionists and Information ClerksRecreation WorkersRecreational TherapistsRecreational Vehicle Service TechniciansRefractory Materials Repairers, Except BrickmasonsRefuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsRegistered NursesRehabilitation CounselorsReinforcing Iron and Rebar WorkersReligious Workers, All OtherReservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksResidential AdvisorsRespiratory TherapistsRetail SalespersonsRiggersRock Splitters, QuarryRolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticRoof Bolters, MiningRoofersRotary Drill Operators, Oil and GasRoustabouts, Oil and GasSailors and Marine OilersSales and Related Workers, All OtherSales EngineersSales ManagersSales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, WoodSchool Bus MonitorsSchool PsychologistsSecretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and ExecutiveSecurities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSecurity and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSecurity GuardsSelf-Enrichment TeachersSemiconductor Processing TechniciansSeparating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSeptic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe CleanersService Unit Operators, Oil and GasSet and Exhibit DesignersSewers, HandSewing Machine OperatorsShampooersSheet Metal WorkersShip EngineersShipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksShoe and Leather Workers and RepairersShoe Machine Operators and TendersShuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSignal and Track Switch RepairersSkincare SpecialistsSlaughterers and Meat PackersSocial and Community Service ManagersSocial and Human Service AssistantsSocial Science Research AssistantsSocial Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSocial Workers, All OtherSociologistsSoftware DevelopersSoftware Quality Assurance Analysts and TestersSoil and Plant ScientistsSolar Photovoltaic InstallersSound Engineering TechniciansSpecial Effects Artists and AnimatorsSpeech-Language PathologistsStationary Engineers and Boiler OperatorsStatistical AssistantsStatisticiansStockers and Order FillersStonemasonsStructural Iron and Steel WorkersStructural Metal Fabricators and FittersSubstance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSubstitute Teachers, Short-TermSubway and Streetcar OperatorsSurgeons, All OtherSurgical AssistantsSurgical TechnologistsSurvey ResearchersSurveying and Mapping TechniciansSurveyorsSwitchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceTailors, Dressmakers, and Custom SewersTank Car, Truck, and Ship LoadersTapersTax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsTax PreparersTaxi DriversTechnical WritersTelecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersTelecommunications Line Installers and RepairersTelemarketersTelephone OperatorsTellersTerrazzo Workers and FinishersTextile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and TendersTextile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersTextile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersTextile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersTextile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All OtherTherapists, All OtherTile and Stone SettersTire BuildersTire Repairers and ChangersTitle Examiners, Abstractors, and SearchersTool and Die MakersTool Grinders, Filers, and SharpenersTour and Travel GuidesTraffic TechniciansTraining and Development ManagersTraining and Development SpecialistsTransit and Railroad PoliceTransportation InspectorsTransportation Security ScreenersTransportation Workers, All OtherTransportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersTravel AgentsTree Trimmers and PrunersTutorsUnderground Mining Machine Operators, All OtherUpholsterersUrban and Regional PlannersUshers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket TakersVeterinariansVeterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal CaretakersVeterinary Technologists and TechniciansWaiters and WaitressesWatch and Clock RepairersWater and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsWeb and Digital Interface DesignersWeb DevelopersWeighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and BrazersWelding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersWellhead PumpersWind Turbine Service TechniciansWoodworkers, All OtherWoodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingWord Processors and TypistsWriters and AuthorsZoologists and Wildlife BiologistsFirst StateChoose first stateAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingSecond StateChoose second stateAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyoming

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How Does the Salary Comparison Tool Work?

Our salary comparison tool uses occupational wage data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program.

Select an occupation and two U.S. states to compare mean annual wages, monthly gross earnings, and differences in pay. Both results use the same occupation code and reporting period to ensure a consistent comparison.

Salary Comparison Example: Texas vs Florida

According to the imported May 2025 BLS OEWS data, electricians (SOC 47-2111) have a mean annual wage of $59,280 in Texas and $57,660 in Florida.

Salary Data	Texas	Florida
Mean Annual Wage	$59,280	$57,660
Monthly Gross Equivalent	$4,940	$4,805
Reporting Period	May 2025	May 2025

How Is the Salary Difference Calculated?

Subtract the second state’s mean annual wage from the first state’s mean annual wage.

Annual difference: $59,280 – $57,660 = $1,620.

Percentage difference: ($1,620 / $57,660) × 100 = 2.81%.

In this example, the reported mean annual wage for electricians in Texas is approximately 2.81% higher than in Florida.

Does a Higher Salary Mean Better Purchasing Power?

Not necessarily. A higher average wage does not automatically mean greater purchasing power. Housing expenses, transportation, taxes, healthcare costs, and other living expenses can differ between states and cities.

This calculator compares gross occupational wages. It does not adjust results for cost of living, inflation, individual tax obligations, or differences in work experience.

Are Salary Comparison Results Exact?

The figures are published statistical estimates for the selected occupation, state, and reporting period. They are not guaranteed earnings for individual workers.

Actual compensation can vary by employer, experience, location, industry, and employment conditions. The tool displays mean wages rather than median wages or take-home income.

Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

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