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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in United States — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2023 data).
What is a good salary in United States?
In United States, the national median salary is about $59,540 gross (~$46,972 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$47,992 to ~$172,121 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to United States's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2023)
$59,540 gross · $46,972 after tax · $46,972 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $239,200 | $172,121 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $230,000 | $165,865 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $175,000 | $126,765 |
| Dentist | $170,000 | $123,348 |
| Engineering Manager | $167,740 | $121,803 |
| AI Engineer | $165,000 | $119,930 |
| Product Manager | $140,000 | $102,843 |
| Data Engineer | $135,980 | $100,096 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 | $99,425 |
| Software Engineer | $133,080 | $98,113 |
| Cloud Engineer | $130,390 | $96,274 |
| DevOps Engineer | $130,000 | $96,008 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $124,910 | $92,529 |
| Management Consultant | $120,000 | $89,173 |
| Data Scientist | $112,590 | $84,108 |
| Sales Manager | $110,000 | $82,338 |
| General Manager | $102,950 | $77,511 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $102,320 | $77,069 |
| Marketing Manager | $100,000 | $75,436 |
| Project Manager | $100,000 | $75,436 |
| Civil Engineer | $99,590 | $75,147 |
| UX Designer | $95,000 | $71,918 |
| Operations Manager | $95,000 | $71,918 |
| Physiotherapist | $95,000 | $71,918 |
| Business Analyst | $90,000 | $68,401 |
| HR Manager | $90,000 | $68,401 |
| Finance Analyst | $85,000 | $64,883 |
| University Lecturer | $83,980 | $64,166 |
| Remote Freelancer | $75,000 | $57,848 |
| Content Writer | $72,270 | $55,928 |
| Accountant | $70,000 | $54,331 |
| Hospitality Manager | $68,130 | $53,015 |
| Nurse | $65,000 | $50,813 |
| Teacher | $64,580 | $50,518 |
| Plumber | $62,970 | $49,386 |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $48,949 |
| Graphic Designer | $61,300 | $48,211 |
| Chef | $60,990 | $47,992 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ United States's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
United States salary estimates · Source: United States national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $59,540 gross (~$46,972 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $120,485 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in United States is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using United States's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.