Top Paying Jobs in Lawrence, KS
Lawrence, KS has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 13,750 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($432,860), Family Medicine Physicians ($275,960), Sales Managers ($189,740). The cost of living index is 90.24 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,182/month.
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Avg. median salary
90.24
Cost of living index
$1,182
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Highest paying careers in Lawrence
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $433K | $208.1/hr |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $276K | $132.67/hr |
| 3 | Sales Managers | Management | $190K | $91.22/hr |
| 4 | Financial Managers | Management | $171K | $82.35/hr |
| 5 | Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $171K | N/A |
| 6 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $169K | N/A |
| 7 | Chief Executives | Management | $165K | $79.23/hr |
| 8 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $156K | $75.04/hr |
| 9 | Marketing Managers | Management | $149K | $71.42/hr |
| 10 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Management | $141K | $67.65/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Lawrence
Cost of living vs. national average-9.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,182/mo
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