Top Paying Jobs in Kingston, NY
Kingston, NY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 14,850 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($199,860), Dentists, General ($162,780), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($160,490). The cost of living index is 100.71 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,818/month.
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Avg. median salary
100.71
Cost of living index
$1,818
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Kingston
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | Science | $106K | $51.18/hr |
| 22 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Healthcare | $106K | $50.76/hr |
| 23 | Facilities Managers | Management | $105K | $50.63/hr |
| 24 | Data Scientists | Technology | $105K | $50.56/hr |
| 25 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $103K | $49.75/hr |
| 26 | Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $103K | $49.61/hr |
| 27 | Construction Managers | Management | $102K | $48.97/hr |
| 28 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $102K | $48.89/hr |
| 29 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $101K | N/A |
| 30 | Financial and Investment Analysts | Business & Finance | $101K | $48.69/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Kingston
Cost of living vs. national average+0.7% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,818/mo
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