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Free, official starting points for your next application. Each source answers a different question; none predicts your hiring outcome.
01Pay by role and location
Compare occupation-level wage estimates for a state or metro area. Check the reference year before using a number.
Limit These are population estimates, not a personal offer or a total-compensation quote.
BLS · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics ↗02Find the US name for your work
Search occupations, tasks, and skills to compare with work you have actually done.
Limit A title match does not prove seniority, qualification, or experience. Do not copy duties you have not performed.
O*NET OnLine ↗03Investigate employer filing history
Inspect public labor-condition and certification records. Match the legal employer name and reporting period.
Limit Historical filings are not current vacancies, visa approvals, or a promise to sponsor you. This is research, not individual legal advice.
U.S. Department of Labor · OFLC disclosure data ↗04Spot a suspicious job offer
Check common warning signs before sharing information or responding to payment requests. Verify the employer independently.
Limit Paying for a resume-writing service does not buy access to a job, interview, or employer.
Federal Trade Commission · Job scams ↗ Resource selection reviewed September 5, 2026. Check each source’s own reference date. External sites have their own privacy policies. No affiliation, endorsement, or referral commission.