Occupational Outlook Handbook
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. National averages.
America's Career InfoNet, Wages and Trends Outlook for Occupations by State
U.S. Dept. of Labor. Use the comparison links under the top wage table to learn which states and metropolitan areas pay the highest/lowest for your occupation.
State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Metropolitan Area Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Salary.com
For individuals, base pay reports are still free. Basd on private industry salary surveys.
NACE Salary Survey
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) posted on Virginia Tech Career Services website. Annual survey of starting salaries for college grads.
ERI Salary Surveys and Benefits Reports
Formerly Abbott, Langer & Associates. The authoritative source, very expensive.
HomeFair Cost of Living Tool
Cost of living figures are not tax-adjusted.