How far pay spreads between metros
For each role, the lowest and highest metro middle wage against the country's.
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How far the middle wage spreads between metros
The 25 largest metro areas: the highest metro middle wage against the lowest, for each role.Technician87% to 154% of the country
Abatement technician78% to 150% of the country
Maintenance technician93% to 128% of the country
Carpenter80% to 147% of the country
Crew supervisor94% to 152% of the country
Estimator97% to 130% of the country
Project manager90% to 144% of the country
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