Top Paying Jobs in Jackson, MI
Jackson, MI has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 15,000 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($298,440), Dentists, General ($181,800), Computer and Information Systems Managers ($170,400). The cost of living index is 91.78 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,165/month.
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Avg. median salary
91.78
Cost of living index
$1,165
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Highest paying careers in Jackson
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Executives | Management | $298K | $143.48/hr |
| 2 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $182K | $87.41/hr |
| 3 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $170K | $81.93/hr |
| 4 | Managers, All Other | Management | $166K | $79.67/hr |
| 5 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $160K | $76.77/hr |
| 6 | Marketing Managers | Management | $159K | $76.49/hr |
| 7 | Sales Managers | Management | $152K | $72.94/hr |
| 8 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $150K | $72.08/hr |
| 9 | Financial Managers | Management | $150K | $72.08/hr |
| 10 | Purchasing Managers | Management | $144K | $69.29/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-8.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,165/mo
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