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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | Sales | $57K | $27.59/hr |
| 72 | Graphic Designers | Arts & Media | $57K | $27.54/hr |
| 73 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $57K | $27.41/hr |
| 74 | Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $57K | $27.38/hr |
| 75 | Postal Service Mail Carriers | Office & Admin | $55K | $26.68/hr |
| 76 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $55K | $26.51/hr |
| 77 | Compliance Officers | Business & Finance | $55K | $26.46/hr |
| 78 | Forest and Conservation Technicians | Science | $55K | $26.4/hr |
| 79 | Chemical Technicians | Science | $53K | $25.36/hr |
| 80 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $52K | $25.17/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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