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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Human Resources Specialists | Business & Finance | $72K | $34.64/hr |
| 82 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $72K | $34.53/hr |
| 83 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Community & Social | $72K | $34.51/hr |
| 84 | Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | Sales | $71K | $34.24/hr |
| 85 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $71K | $33.98/hr |
| 86 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $70K | $33.87/hr |
| 87 | Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | Construction & Trades | $70K | $33.83/hr |
| 88 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $70K | $33.8/hr |
| 89 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $70K | $33.75/hr |
| 90 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $69K | $33.38/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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