Top Paying Jobs in Cleveland, TN
Cleveland, TN has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 13,190 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($221,420), Chief Executives ($140,930), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($139,420). The cost of living index is 88.08 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,233/month.
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Avg. median salary
88.08
Cost of living index
$1,233
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Cleveland
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Computer User Support Specialists | Technology | $49K | $23.4/hr |
| 92 | Paralegals and Legal Assistants | Legal | $49K | $23.38/hr |
| 93 | Carpenters | Construction & Trades | $48K | $23.31/hr |
| 94 | Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | Construction & Trades | $48K | $23.18/hr |
| 95 | Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $48K | $23.11/hr |
| 96 | Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks | Office & Admin | $48K | $23.05/hr |
| 97 | Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | Sales | $48K | $22.98/hr |
| 98 | Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | Construction & Trades | $47K | $22.82/hr |
| 99 | Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | Production & Manufacturing | $47K | $22.44/hr |
| 100 | Meter Readers, Utilities | Office & Admin | $47K | $22.38/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Cleveland
Cost of living vs. national average-11.9% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,233/mo
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