Career & Salary Reports
CareerOS publishes free annual research on technology salaries, job market trends, city rankings, and career intelligence. Our reports are based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, LinkedIn Salary, Glassdoor, and industry compensation surveys — aggregated and analyzed to help professionals make better career decisions.
Unlike paywalled research from consulting firms, CareerOS reports are permanently free. We believe that salary transparency and career data should be accessible to everyone, not just those who can afford expensive market research subscriptions.
How We Create These Reports
Data Collection
We aggregate salary data from BLS, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Levels.fyi, then cross-reference across sources to identify consistent patterns.
Analysis
Data is segmented by role, location, experience level, and industry. We identify outliers, validate ranges, and apply cost-of-living adjustments.
Editorial Review
All findings are reviewed for accuracy before publication. Reports are updated when significant data revisions occur or market conditions shift materially.
All Reports
25 Highest-Paying Tech Jobs in 2026
Ranked list of the highest-paying technology roles in the US, with median salaries, skill requirements, and growth trajectories.
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Best Cities for Software Developers in 2026
We ranked 20 US cities for software developers using salary, cost of living, job market depth, and quality of life factors.
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Remote Work Salary Trends 2026
How remote work has changed tech salaries. Location premiums, remote pay cuts, and which companies still pay coastal rates.
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AI Job Market Report 2026: Salaries, Demand & Career Paths
The definitive overview of AI and machine learning job demand, compensation benchmarks, and career entry paths for 2026.
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States With No Income Tax — Best States for High Earners in 2026
Nine US states have no income tax. We compare salary, cost of living, and real take-home pay to find the best states for tech workers and high earners.
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Best Cities for Young Professionals in 2026
Where should you launch your career? We ranked 20 US cities for young professionals using salary, housing costs, career network density, and lifestyle factors.
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Highest Paying Remote Jobs in 2026
The top 20 remote-friendly roles ranked by salary, hiring demand, and schedule flexibility. Includes companies still paying coastal rates for remote workers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often are CareerOS reports updated?
Reports are reviewed and updated annually, with major data updates following BLS Occupational Employment Statistics releases (typically May and November). City ranking data is updated when significant market shifts occur.
What data sources do CareerOS reports use?
All reports draw primarily from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, supplemented by LinkedIn Salary, Glassdoor, Levels.fyi for tech roles, and C2ER cost-of-living indices. Each report's methodology section details the specific sources used.
Are CareerOS reports free?
Yes — all reports on CareerOS are permanently free. No account required, no paywall, no download fee.
Can I cite CareerOS reports?
Yes. Please cite as "CareerOS Research (2026)" and link back to the specific report page. We ask that you do not republish entire reports without permission, but citing data points and linking is encouraged.