Top Paying Jobs in Columbia, MO
Columbia, MO has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 23,550 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($312,080), Nurse Anesthetists ($310,170), Dentists, General ($207,450). The cost of living index is 89.44 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,160/month.
$97K
Avg. median salary
89.44
Cost of living index
$1,160
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Columbia
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Web Developers | Technology | $81K | $38.97/hr |
| 62 | Data Scientists | Technology | $81K | $38.93/hr |
| 63 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $81K | $38.88/hr |
| 64 | Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $81K | N/A |
| 65 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $80K | $38.62/hr |
| 66 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $80K | $38.58/hr |
| 67 | English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $80K | N/A |
| 68 | Art Directors | Arts & Media | $80K | $38.49/hr |
| 69 | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $79K | N/A |
| 70 | Database Administrators | Technology | $79K | $38.1/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Columbia
Cost of living vs. national average-10.6% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,160/mo
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