Top Paying Jobs in Dalton, GA
Dalton, GA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 17,180 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Family Medicine Physicians ($326,210), Physicians, All Other ($287,800), Chief Executives ($242,760). The cost of living index is 89.84 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,009/month.
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Avg. median salary
89.84
Cost of living index
$1,009
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Dalton
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $59K | $28.28/hr |
| 92 | Computer User Support Specialists | Technology | $59K | $28.19/hr |
| 93 | Training and Development Specialists | Business & Finance | $58K | $27.99/hr |
| 94 | Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | Community & Social | $58K | $27.8/hr |
| 95 | Surgical Technologists | Healthcare | $58K | $27.69/hr |
| 96 | Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | Science | $58K | $27.67/hr |
| 97 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $57K | $27.5/hr |
| 98 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $57K | $27.48/hr |
| 99 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $57K | $27.34/hr |
| 100 | Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $57K | $27.25/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Dalton
Cost of living vs. national average-10.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,009/mo
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