Top Paying Jobs in Erie, PA
Erie, PA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 23,740 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Family Medicine Physicians ($277,880), Nurse Anesthetists ($212,120), Chief Executives ($170,340). The cost of living index is 90.95 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,212/month.
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Avg. median salary
90.95
Cost of living index
$1,212
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Erie
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $124K | $59.46/hr |
| 12 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $122K | $58.7/hr |
| 13 | Financial Managers | Management | $122K | $58.44/hr |
| 14 | Marketing Managers | Management | $120K | $57.73/hr |
| 15 | Sales Managers | Management | $118K | $56.76/hr |
| 16 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $111K | $53.49/hr |
| 17 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $109K | $52.53/hr |
| 18 | Managers, All Other | Management | $108K | $51.91/hr |
| 19 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $107K | $51.39/hr |
| 20 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $106K | N/A |
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Cost of living vs. national average-9.0% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,212/mo
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