Top Paying Jobs in Fresno, CA
Fresno, CA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 49,200 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Psychiatrists ($315,470), Physicians, All Other ($315,390), Pediatricians, General ($289,290). The cost of living index is 102.16 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,664/month.
$137K
Avg. median salary
102.16
Cost of living index
$1,664
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Fresno
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $104K | N/A |
| 92 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $104K | $49.9/hr |
| 93 | Facilities Managers | Management | $104K | $49.76/hr |
| 94 | Foresters | Science | $103K | $49.3/hr |
| 95 | Operations Research Analysts | Technology | $102K | $48.93/hr |
| 96 | Dental Hygienists | Healthcare | $102K | $48.91/hr |
| 97 | Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | Community & Social | $101K | $48.69/hr |
| 98 | Data Scientists | Technology | $101K | $48.68/hr |
| 99 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $101K | $48.57/hr |
| 100 | Sales Managers | Management | $101K | $48.57/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Fresno
Cost of living vs. national average+2.2% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,664/mo
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