Top Paying Jobs in Kansas
Kansas has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 129,980 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Anesthesiologists ($437,030), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($311,630), Psychiatrists ($278,100). The cost of living index is 89.54 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,066/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$130K
Avg. median salary
89.54
Cost of living index
$1,066
Median 2BR rent
2,966,986
Population
Highest paying careers in Kansas
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Computer Network Architects | Technology | $101K | $48.37/hr |
| 82 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $101K | N/A |
| 83 | Database Administrators | Technology | $100K | $48.16/hr |
| 84 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $100K | $48.08/hr |
| 85 | Materials Engineers | Engineering | $100K | $48.08/hr |
| 86 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $100K | $48/hr |
| 87 | Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment | Repair & Maintenance | $99K | $47.8/hr |
| 88 | Occupational Therapists | Healthcare | $99K | $47.68/hr |
| 89 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $98K | $47.25/hr |
| 90 | Data Scientists | Technology | $98K | $47.18/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Kansas
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-10.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,066/mo
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