Top Paying Jobs in Fairbanks-College, AK
Fairbanks-College, AK has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 11,330 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Pharmacists ($173,340), Physician Assistants ($164,910), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($159,570). The cost of living index is 103.21 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,676/month.
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Avg. median salary
103.21
Cost of living index
$1,676
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Fairbanks-College
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Logisticians | Business & Finance | $95K | $45.55/hr |
| 52 | Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas | Construction & Trades | $95K | $45.48/hr |
| 53 | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Science | $94K | $45.38/hr |
| 54 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $94K | $45.11/hr |
| 55 | Compliance Officers | Business & Finance | $93K | $44.7/hr |
| 56 | Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | Construction & Trades | $92K | $44.43/hr |
| 57 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $91K | $43.91/hr |
| 58 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $91K | $43.62/hr |
| 59 | Real Estate Sales Agents | Sales | $90K | $43.19/hr |
| 60 | Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | Engineering | $89K | $42.87/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Fairbanks-College
Cost of living vs. national average+3.2% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,676/mo
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