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| Job | U.S. median | Best metro (1BR share) | Toughest metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,550 | Detroit (18%) | Boston (36%) |
| Elementary School Teachers | $63,970 | Detroit (26%) | Miami (52%) |
| Software Developers | $135,980 | Detroit (14%) | New York (26%) |
| Electricians | $63,190 | Detroit (21%) | Miami (52%) |
| Retail Salespersons | $35,410 | Detroit (46%) | New York (99%) |
| Accountants and Auditors | $83,680 | Detroit (21%) | New York (39%) |
| Police Officers | $76,210 | Detroit (22%) | Boston (47%) |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,640 | Detroit (28%) | New York (60%) |
| Medical Assistants | $45,690 | Minneapolis–St. Paul (39%) | New York (80%) |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,200 | Detroit (54%) | New York (107%) |