Top Paying Jobs in Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, OH has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 145,720 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Neurologists ($383,420), Family Medicine Physicians ($324,340), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($323,480). The cost of living index is 93.92 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,279/month.
$131K
Avg. median salary
93.92
Cost of living index
$1,279
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Cleveland
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | Science | $96K | $46.06/hr |
| 92 | Art Directors | Arts & Media | $95K | $45.87/hr |
| 93 | Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $95K | N/A |
| 94 | First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | Sales | $95K | $45.81/hr |
| 95 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $95K | $45.67/hr |
| 96 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School | Education | $95K | N/A |
| 97 | School Psychologists | Science | $94K | $45.31/hr |
| 98 | Financial Risk Specialists | Business & Finance | $94K | $45.06/hr |
| 99 | Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | Business & Finance | $93K | $44.48/hr |
| 100 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $91K | $43.81/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Cleveland
Cost of living vs. national average-6.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,279/mo
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