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 $1,460/month.
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Avg. median salary
102.16
Cost of living index
$1,460
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Fresno
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $124K | $59.53/hr |
| 62 | Engineers, All Other | Engineering | $122K | $58.88/hr |
| 63 | History Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $122K | N/A |
| 64 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $120K | $57.56/hr |
| 65 | Environmental Engineers | Engineering | $119K | $57.4/hr |
| 66 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $119K | $57.02/hr |
| 67 | Construction Managers | Management | $119K | $56.97/hr |
| 68 | Information Security Analysts | Technology | $118K | $56.94/hr |
| 69 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Management | $118K | $56.79/hr |
| 70 | Audiologists | Healthcare | $118K | $56.53/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Fresno
Cost of living vs. national average+2.2% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,460/mo
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