Top Paying Jobs in Gainesville, FL
Gainesville, FL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 32,230 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Psychiatrists ($404,240), Physicians, All Other ($291,160), Chief Executives ($238,200). The cost of living index is 96.73 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,493/month.
$103K
Avg. median salary
96.73
Cost of living index
$1,493
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Gainesville
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Engineering | $71K | $34.09/hr |
| 92 | Producers and Directors | Arts & Media | $70K | $33.88/hr |
| 93 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $70K | $33.54/hr |
| 94 | Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | Education | $70K | N/A |
| 95 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $69K | $33.33/hr |
| 96 | Logisticians | Business & Finance | $69K | $33.29/hr |
| 97 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $69K | $33.08/hr |
| 98 | Editors | Arts & Media | $69K | $33.04/hr |
| 99 | Physical Therapist Assistants | Healthcare Support | $68K | $32.8/hr |
| 100 | Cost Estimators | Business & Finance | $68K | $32.54/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Gainesville
Cost of living vs. national average-3.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,493/mo
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