Top Paying Jobs in Carson City, NV
Carson City, NV has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 12,930 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($257,310), Pharmacists ($163,990), Sales Managers ($149,500). The cost of living index is 98.13 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,546/month.
$85K
Avg. median salary
98.13
Cost of living index
$1,546
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Carson City
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $78K | $37.28/hr |
| 52 | Business Operations Specialists, All Other | Business & Finance | $77K | $36.85/hr |
| 53 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $76K | $36.69/hr |
| 54 | Cost Estimators | Business & Finance | $76K | $36.47/hr |
| 55 | Correctional Officers and Jailers | Public Safety | $75K | $36.02/hr |
| 56 | Human Resources Specialists | Business & Finance | $75K | $35.92/hr |
| 57 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $75K | $35.87/hr |
| 58 | Financial and Investment Analysts | Business & Finance | $73K | $35.23/hr |
| 59 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $73K | $35.21/hr |
| 60 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | Sales | $73K | $35.13/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Carson City
Cost of living vs. national average-1.9% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,546/mo
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