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
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Lawrence
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $110K | $52.97/hr |
| 22 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $110K | $52.76/hr |
| 23 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $110K | N/A |
| 24 | Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $109K | N/A |
| 25 | Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $106K | N/A |
| 26 | Facilities Managers | Management | $105K | $50.52/hr |
| 27 | Software Developers | Technology | $105K | $50.48/hr |
| 28 | Managers, All Other | Management | $104K | $49.91/hr |
| 29 | Lawyers | Legal | $103K | $49.55/hr |
| 30 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $102K | $49.14/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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