Top Paying Jobs in Birmingham, AL
Birmingham, AL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 66,450 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include General Internal Medicine Physicians ($334,100), Physicians, All Other ($237,040), Pediatricians, General ($189,650). The cost of living index is 91.64 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,375/month.
$114K
Avg. median salary
91.64
Cost of living index
$1,375
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Birmingham
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Biological Scientists, All Other | Science | $100K | $47.9/hr |
| 62 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $99K | $47.82/hr |
| 63 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $99K | $47.51/hr |
| 64 | Transportation Inspectors | Transportation | $98K | $47.34/hr |
| 65 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $98K | $47.22/hr |
| 66 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $98K | $47/hr |
| 67 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $97K | $46.84/hr |
| 68 | Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | Engineering | $97K | $46.51/hr |
| 69 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | Management | $96K | $46.07/hr |
| 70 | Occupational Therapists | Healthcare | $95K | $45.8/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Birmingham
Cost of living vs. national average-8.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,375/mo
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