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Data refreshed Apr 2026

Navigate Your Career Licensing Requirements

The most comprehensive database for state-by-state professional regulations. Find exactly what you need to work legally and grow your salary.

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  • 50 States Covered
  • 167 Professions Tracked

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Highest Paying States Across Licensed Careers

Compare average annual salaries and hourly rates across top-performing states to make informed licensing and relocation decisions.

Salary Coverage SnapshotRefreshed Apr 2026
StateAvg. SalaryHourly RateSource Year
WAWashington$121,126$58.232024
CACalifornia$119,075$57.252024
MNMinnesota$116,361$55.942024
NHNew Hampshire$114,311$54.962024
INIndiana$113,816$54.722024
COColorado$112,207$53.952024
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Salary Data Listings

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CareerStateMedian SalarySource Year
OtolaryngologistNorth Dakota (ND)$556,4002024
General SurgeonNorth Dakota (ND)$556,4002024
UrologistNorth Dakota (ND)$556,4002024
Orthopedic SurgeonWisconsin (WI)$546,7402024
OtolaryngologistLouisiana (LA)$544,4502024
General SurgeonLouisiana (LA)$544,4502024
UrologistLouisiana (LA)$544,4502024
CardiologistIndiana (IN)$529,0202024