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.
$75K
Avg. median salary
88.46
Cost of living index
$1,244
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Goldsboro
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Community & Social | $56K | $26.76/hr |
| 72 | Information and Record Clerks, All Other | Office & Admin | $56K | $26.75/hr |
| 73 | Child, Family, and School Social Workers | Community & Social | $55K | $26.34/hr |
| 74 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $54K | $25.95/hr |
| 75 | Computer User Support Specialists | Technology | $52K | $25.18/hr |
| 76 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $52K | N/A |
| 77 | Instructional Coordinators | Education | $52K | $25/hr |
| 78 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $52K | $24.78/hr |
| 79 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $51K | $24.64/hr |
| 80 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $51K | $24.63/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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