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.
$96K
Avg. median salary
90.24
Cost of living index
$1,182
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Lawrence
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Instructional Coordinators | Education | $62K | $29.76/hr |
| 92 | Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | Management | $61K | $29.49/hr |
| 93 | First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | Building & Maintenance | $61K | $29.37/hr |
| 94 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $61K | $29.36/hr |
| 95 | Child, Family, and School Social Workers | Community & Social | $61K | $29.32/hr |
| 96 | Athletic Trainers | Healthcare | $61K | N/A |
| 97 | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Engineering | $61K | $29.11/hr |
| 98 | Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $61K | $29.1/hr |
| 99 | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Engineering | $60K | $29.03/hr |
| 100 | Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $29.03/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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