How does your paycheck compare to the rest of the nation? This comprehensive gallery looks at all 50 states and Washington, D.C., using data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) to find the highest average weekly wages. With the national US average sitting at US$1,459, certain regions pull far ahead of the curve while others lag behind.
Eager to see where your home state ranks? Read on to explore the full list.