Top Paying Jobs in Alexandria, LA
Alexandria, LA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 16,330 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($349,010), Pharmacists ($134,340), Physician Assistants ($132,710). The cost of living index is 85.69 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $994/month.
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Avg. median salary
85.69
Cost of living index
$994
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Alexandria
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Business & Finance | $54K | $25.75/hr |
| 92 | First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | Office & Admin | $53K | $25.37/hr |
| 93 | Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $52K | $25.12/hr |
| 94 | Paramedics | Healthcare | $52K | $24.97/hr |
| 95 | Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | Management | $52K | $24.93/hr |
| 96 | Surgical Technologists | Healthcare | $51K | $24.5/hr |
| 97 | Information and Record Clerks, All Other | Office & Admin | $51K | $24.49/hr |
| 98 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $51K | $24.4/hr |
| 99 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $51K | $24.29/hr |
| 100 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $50K | $24.14/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Alexandria
Cost of living vs. national average-14.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$994/mo
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