Top Paying Jobs in Dothan, AL
Dothan, AL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 17,140 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($363,120), Nurse Anesthetists ($187,980), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($174,110). The cost of living index is 83.83 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $950/month.
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Avg. median salary
83.83
Cost of living index
$950
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Highest paying careers in Dothan
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Healthcare | $63K | $30.11/hr |
| 52 | Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | Transportation | $62K | $29.76/hr |
| 53 | Food Service Managers | Management | $62K | $29.63/hr |
| 54 | Cost Estimators | Business & Finance | $61K | $29.52/hr |
| 55 | First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | Production & Manufacturing | $61K | $29.5/hr |
| 56 | Construction and Building Inspectors | Construction & Trades | $61K | $29.47/hr |
| 57 | Respiratory Therapists | Healthcare | $61K | $29.46/hr |
| 58 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $61K | N/A |
| 59 | Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | Repair & Maintenance | $61K | $29.36/hr |
| 60 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $61K | $29.36/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Dothan
Cost of living vs. national average-16.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$950/mo
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