Top U.S. Locations for Security Cleared Compensation

We're taking the 2025 Security Clearance Compensation Report and diving deeper—exploring the locations across the country where cleared professionals are earning the most.

The big takeaway? While salary matters, it's not the only factor. Cost of living, industry demand, and overall location play a major role in where those with a security clearance choose to live and work.

Sponsored by Amentum, each report breaks down average total compensation by clearance level and highlights key stats like the percentage of cleared candidates, average home prices, and the top in-demand roles. See how each location measures up.