Top Paying Jobs in Amarillo, TX
Amarillo, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 25,290 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($364,420), Family Medicine Physicians ($232,290), Chief Executives ($208,170). The cost of living index is 91.82 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,106/month.
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Avg. median salary
91.82
Cost of living index
$1,106
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Highest paying careers in Amarillo
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Dietitians and Nutritionists | Healthcare | $75K | $35.92/hr |
| 82 | Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $75K | N/A |
| 83 | Business Operations Specialists, All Other | Business & Finance | $74K | $35.76/hr |
| 84 | School Psychologists | Science | $74K | $35.35/hr |
| 85 | Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $74K | N/A |
| 86 | Physical Therapist Assistants | Healthcare Support | $73K | $34.98/hr |
| 87 | First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $73K | $34.89/hr |
| 88 | Cost Estimators | Business & Finance | $72K | $34.68/hr |
| 89 | Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | Sales | $72K | $34.66/hr |
| 90 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $72K | $34.54/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Amarillo
Cost of living vs. national average-8.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,106/mo
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