Top Paying Jobs in Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg, MS has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 14,490 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($319,400), Dentists, General ($132,390), Pharmacists ($128,980). The cost of living index is 87.63 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,047/month.
$74K
Avg. median salary
87.63
Cost of living index
$1,047
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Hattiesburg
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Computer Network Support Specialists | Technology | $55K | $26.32/hr |
| 82 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $54K | $25.98/hr |
| 83 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Community & Social | $54K | $25.9/hr |
| 84 | Paramedics | Healthcare | $54K | $25.88/hr |
| 85 | Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | Community & Social | $53K | $25.69/hr |
| 86 | Automotive Body and Related Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $53K | $25.47/hr |
| 87 | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Science | $53K | $25.33/hr |
| 88 | Machinists | Production & Manufacturing | $52K | $25.08/hr |
| 89 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $52K | $25.04/hr |
| 90 | Training and Development Specialists | Business & Finance | $52K | $24.99/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Hattiesburg
Cost of living vs. national average-12.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,047/mo
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