Top Paying Jobs in Altoona, PA
Altoona, PA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 16,270 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($279,160), Chief Executives ($197,360), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($133,050). The cost of living index is 89.51 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,138/month.
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Avg. median salary
89.51
Cost of living index
$1,138
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Altoona
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $79K | $37.91/hr |
| 42 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $79K | $37.84/hr |
| 43 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $79K | $37.82/hr |
| 44 | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Technology | $78K | $37.28/hr |
| 45 | Dietitians and Nutritionists | Healthcare | $77K | $36.98/hr |
| 46 | Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | Science | $75K | $36.12/hr |
| 47 | Dental Hygienists | Healthcare | $75K | $36.09/hr |
| 48 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $75K | N/A |
| 49 | First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | Sales | $74K | $35.47/hr |
| 50 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Technology | $73K | $35.19/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Altoona
Cost of living vs. national average-10.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,138/mo
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