Top Paying Jobs in Appleton, WI
Appleton, WI has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 25,510 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($406,080), Nurse Anesthetists ($269,690), Dentists, General ($206,650). The cost of living index is 92.42 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,236/month.
$104K
Avg. median salary
92.42
Cost of living index
$1,236
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Appleton
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Managers, All Other | Management | $105K | $50.32/hr |
| 32 | Data Scientists | Technology | $103K | $49.62/hr |
| 33 | Software Developers | Technology | $103K | $49.51/hr |
| 34 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $102K | $49.07/hr |
| 35 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $102K | $49/hr |
| 36 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Healthcare | $102K | $48.89/hr |
| 37 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $102K | $48.88/hr |
| 38 | Chiropractors | Healthcare | $101K | $48.76/hr |
| 39 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $101K | $48.73/hr |
| 40 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $99K | $47.63/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Appleton
Cost of living vs. national average-7.6% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,236/mo
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