Top Paying Jobs in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Lexington-Fayette, KY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 31,120 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($558,180), Physicians, All Other ($283,730), Anesthesiologists ($273,190). The cost of living index is 92.89 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,272/month.
$125K
Avg. median salary
92.89
Cost of living index
$1,272
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Lexington-Fayette
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $112K | $54.05/hr |
| 42 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $112K | $53.96/hr |
| 43 | Therapists, All Other | Healthcare | $112K | $53.88/hr |
| 44 | Lawyers | Legal | $111K | $53.39/hr |
| 45 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $111K | N/A |
| 46 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $110K | N/A |
| 47 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $110K | $52.83/hr |
| 48 | Facilities Managers | Management | $110K | $52.8/hr |
| 49 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $109K | $52.44/hr |
| 50 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $109K | $52.43/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-7.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,272/mo
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