Top Paying Jobs in Bangor, ME
Bangor, ME has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 15,060 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Radiologists ($550,480), Physicians, All Other ($389,240), Family Medicine Physicians ($250,350). The cost of living index is 96.51 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,392/month.
$102K
Avg. median salary
96.51
Cost of living index
$1,392
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Bangor
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $107K | N/A |
| 22 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $107K | N/A |
| 23 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $105K | $50.7/hr |
| 24 | Software Developers | Technology | $104K | $50.07/hr |
| 25 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $103K | $49.63/hr |
| 26 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $103K | $49.33/hr |
| 27 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $101K | N/A |
| 28 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $98K | $47.24/hr |
| 29 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $98K | $47.23/hr |
| 30 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $98K | $47.07/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Bangor
Cost of living vs. national average-3.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,392/mo
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