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.
$92K
Avg. median salary
91.78
Cost of living index
$1,165
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Jackson
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $61K | $29.1/hr |
| 92 | Training and Development Specialists | Business & Finance | $60K | $29/hr |
| 93 | Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas | Construction & Trades | $60K | $28.98/hr |
| 94 | Social Workers, All Other | Community & Social | $60K | $28.96/hr |
| 95 | Graphic Designers | Arts & Media | $60K | $28.85/hr |
| 96 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $28.79/hr |
| 97 | Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | Construction & Trades | $60K | $28.78/hr |
| 98 | Chefs and Head Cooks | Food Service | $60K | $28.61/hr |
| 99 | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Engineering | $59K | $28.59/hr |
| 100 | Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $59K | $28.42/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Jackson
Cost of living vs. national average-8.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,165/mo
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