Top Paying Jobs in Lake Charles, LA
Lake Charles, LA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 27,660 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($284,440), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($191,250), Chemical Engineers ($136,810). The cost of living index is 85.85 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,217/month.
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Avg. median salary
85.85
Cost of living index
$1,217
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Highest paying careers in Lake Charles
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Coaches and Scouts | Arts & Media | $65K | N/A |
| 82 | Speech-Language Pathologists | Healthcare | $65K | $31.11/hr |
| 83 | Physical Therapist Assistants | Healthcare Support | $65K | $31.03/hr |
| 84 | Surveyors | Engineering | $65K | $31.02/hr |
| 85 | Human Resources Specialists | Business & Finance | $64K | $30.83/hr |
| 86 | Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | Engineering | $64K | $30.69/hr |
| 87 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $64K | $30.66/hr |
| 88 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $64K | $30.59/hr |
| 89 | Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers | Production & Manufacturing | $64K | $30.56/hr |
| 90 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School | Education | $63K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Lake Charles
Cost of living vs. national average-14.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,217/mo
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