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
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Jackson
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $109K | $52.37/hr |
| 22 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | Management | $108K | $51.9/hr |
| 23 | Data Scientists | Technology | $108K | $51.75/hr |
| 24 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $107K | $51.6/hr |
| 25 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $106K | $51.08/hr |
| 26 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $105K | $50.68/hr |
| 27 | Construction Managers | Management | $105K | $50.48/hr |
| 28 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $104K | $50/hr |
| 29 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $103K | N/A |
| 30 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $100K | $48.21/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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