Top Paying Jobs in Abilene, TX
Abilene, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 17,970 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Family Medicine Physicians ($220,400), Chief Executives ($165,770), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($156,940). The cost of living index is 90.36 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,276/month.
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Avg. median salary
90.36
Cost of living index
$1,276
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Highest paying careers in Abilene
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $220K | $105.96/hr |
| 2 | Chief Executives | Management | $166K | $79.7/hr |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $157K | $75.45/hr |
| 4 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $156K | $75.02/hr |
| 5 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $136K | $65.23/hr |
| 6 | Financial Managers | Management | $135K | $64.87/hr |
| 7 | Pharmacists | Healthcare | $134K | $64.26/hr |
| 8 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $129K | $62.08/hr |
| 9 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $128K | $61.32/hr |
| 10 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $123K | $59.05/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-9.6% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,276/mo
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