Top Paying Jobs in Bowling Green, KY
Bowling Green, KY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 19,910 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($407,570), Chief Executives ($164,080), Pharmacists ($134,980). The cost of living index is 90.18 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,153/month.
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Avg. median salary
90.18
Cost of living index
$1,153
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Highest paying careers in Bowling Green
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | Education | $61K | N/A |
| 92 | First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | Office & Admin | $61K | $29.45/hr |
| 93 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Technology | $61K | $29.42/hr |
| 94 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $61K | $29.38/hr |
| 95 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $61K | $29.25/hr |
| 96 | Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders | Production & Manufacturing | $61K | $29.24/hr |
| 97 | Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | Public Safety | $61K | $29.11/hr |
| 98 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $29.05/hr |
| 99 | Insurance Sales Agents | Sales | $60K | $29.04/hr |
| 100 | Special Education Teachers, Middle School | Education | $60K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Bowling Green
Cost of living vs. national average-9.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,153/mo
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