Wage Distribution by State
Map visualization of median wages across all 50 states with filtering by occupation
About this visualization
This interactive map visualization displays median wages across all 50 states in the United States. Users can filter the data by occupation to see how wages vary geographically for different job types, helping to identify regional economic disparities and opportunities.
Source
Data sourced from Bureau of Labor Statistics. Last updated on February 28, 2023.
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About this Visualization
This interactive map visualization displays median wages across all 50 states in the United States. Users can filter the data by occupation to see how wages vary geographically for different job types, helping to identify regional economic disparities and opportunities.
Key Insights
- Coastal states generally show higher median wages across most occupations
- Specialized technical roles show less geographic wage variation than service jobs
- The wage gap between urban and rural areas is increasing in most states
- Adjusting for cost of living significantly changes the relative ranking of states
How to Use
This visualization allows you to explore wage distribution by state. You can interact with the chart by hovering over data points to see detailed information, and use the settings panel to customize the view.
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