America's Richest, Poorest Cities

San Jose is No. 1 in terms of income; poorest is Detroit
By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff
Posted Sep 21, 2012 11:26 AM CDT
Updated Sep 21, 2012 11:45 AM CDT
America's Richest, Poorest Cities
Downtown San Jose.   (Shutterstock)

Of the country's 25 most populated cities, San Jose has the highest median household income: near $77,000, compared to the national median of $51,000. San Jose's success is thanks in part to its high-tech culture. MarketWatch lists the five richest, with median incomes:

  • San Jose, $77,000
  • San Francisco: $70,000
  • Washington, DC: $63,000
  • Seattle: $61,000
  • San Diego: $61,000

On the flip side is Detroit, with a $25,000 median income—the lowest of the 25 cities. Just 13% of its residents age 25 and up have college degrees; the national figure is 29%. The bottom five:

  • Detroit, $25,000
  • Philadelphia: $34,000
  • Memphis: $35,000
  • Baltimore: $39,000
  • Indianapolis: $39,000
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