| State of Connecticut (1Q 2017) |
| All Industry |
| Estimated employment | 31,790 |
| Mean wage | $20.05 |
| Entry wage | $12.48 |
| 10th percentile wage | $11.16 |
| 50th percentile wage | $18.98 |
| 90th percentile wage | $30.79 |
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| Top Employing Industries |
| Industry | Employment Percent |
| Insurance Carriers and Related Activities | 4,130 | 13% |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3,220 | 10.1% |
| Administrative and Support Services | 2,960 | 9.3% |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 1,550 | 4.9% |
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| Best Paying Industries |
| Industry | Employment Median Wage |
| Broadcasting (except Internet) | | 34.12 |
| Utilities | 320 | 28.64 |
| Other Information Services | 160 | 26.80 |
| Public Administration | 240 | 26.08 |