Top Paying Jobs in Goldsboro, NC
Goldsboro, NC has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 10,960 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($309,210), Dentists, General ($193,210), Pharmacists ($139,210). The cost of living index is 88.46 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,244/month.
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Avg. median salary
88.46
Cost of living index
$1,244
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Goldsboro
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $66K | $31.96/hr |
| 52 | First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | Production & Manufacturing | $65K | $31.29/hr |
| 53 | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Business & Finance | $65K | $31.22/hr |
| 54 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $64K | $30.98/hr |
| 55 | Compliance Officers | Business & Finance | $62K | $29.82/hr |
| 56 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $62K | $29.82/hr |
| 57 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $60K | $29.07/hr |
| 58 | Public Relations Specialists | Arts & Media | $60K | $28.98/hr |
| 59 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $28.94/hr |
| 60 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $28.94/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Goldsboro
Cost of living vs. national average-11.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,244/mo
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