Top Paying Jobs in Jacksonville, NC
Jacksonville, NC has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 12,690 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($282,050), Dentists, General ($188,850), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($154,520). The cost of living index is 92.08 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,173/month.
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Avg. median salary
92.08
Cost of living index
$1,173
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Jacksonville
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $64K | $30.74/hr |
| 62 | Food Service Managers | Management | $64K | $30.63/hr |
| 63 | Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $63K | $30.44/hr |
| 64 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $63K | $30.26/hr |
| 65 | Property Appraisers and Assessors | Business & Finance | $62K | $29.98/hr |
| 66 | Postal Service Clerks | Office & Admin | $62K | $29.87/hr |
| 67 | Physical Therapist Assistants | Healthcare Support | $62K | $29.7/hr |
| 68 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $62K | $29.7/hr |
| 69 | Construction and Building Inspectors | Construction & Trades | $62K | $29.65/hr |
| 70 | Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | Office & Admin | $61K | $29.5/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Jacksonville
Cost of living vs. national average-7.9% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,173/mo
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