Top Paying Jobs in Bloomington, IL
Bloomington, IL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 22,740 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($356,830), Computer and Information Systems Managers ($169,720), Computer Network Architects ($161,780). The cost of living index is 93.54 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,302/month.
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Avg. median salary
93.54
Cost of living index
$1,302
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Highest paying careers in Bloomington
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | Business & Finance | $71K | $34.19/hr |
| 92 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $70K | $33.85/hr |
| 93 | Firefighters | Public Safety | $69K | $33.3/hr |
| 94 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Technology | $69K | $33.09/hr |
| 95 | Surgical Technologists | Healthcare | $68K | $32.76/hr |
| 96 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $67K | $32.34/hr |
| 97 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $67K | $32.28/hr |
| 98 | Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | Office & Admin | $67K | $32.06/hr |
| 99 | First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $66K | $31.97/hr |
| 100 | History Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $66K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Bloomington
Cost of living vs. national average-6.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,302/mo
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