Top Paying Jobs in Connecticut
Connecticut has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 218,480 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($488,940), Anesthesiologists ($481,820), Orthodontists ($478,680). The cost of living index is 102.88 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,679/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$161K
Avg. median salary
102.88
Cost of living index
$1,679
Median 2BR rent
3,648,076
Population
Highest paying careers in Connecticut
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiologists | Healthcare | $489K | $235.07/hr |
| 2 | Anesthesiologists | Healthcare | $482K | $231.65/hr |
| 3 | Orthodontists | Healthcare | $479K | $230.13/hr |
| 4 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $419K | $201.41/hr |
| 5 | Psychiatrists | Healthcare | $327K | $157.05/hr |
| 6 | Neurologists | Healthcare | $321K | $154.18/hr |
| 7 | Chief Executives | Management | $295K | $141.89/hr |
| 8 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $237K | $113.92/hr |
| 9 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $232K | N/A |
| 10 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | Legal | $218K | $104.69/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Connecticut
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Cost of living vs. national average+2.9% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,679/mo
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