Top Paying Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX
Corpus Christi, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 35,870 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($709,920), Physicians, Pathologists ($373,420), Physicians, All Other ($253,530). The cost of living index is 92.67 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,366/month.
$114K
Avg. median salary
92.67
Cost of living index
$1,366
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Corpus Christi
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Aerospace Engineers | Engineering | $118K | $56.65/hr |
| 32 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $116K | $55.9/hr |
| 33 | Data Scientists | Technology | $113K | $54.54/hr |
| 34 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $113K | $54.25/hr |
| 35 | Sales Managers | Management | $111K | $53.55/hr |
| 36 | Ship Engineers | Transportation | $109K | $52.18/hr |
| 37 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $108K | N/A |
| 38 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $107K | $51.44/hr |
| 39 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $106K | $51/hr |
| 40 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $106K | $50.94/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Corpus Christi
Cost of living vs. national average-7.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,366/mo
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