Top Paying Jobs in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 91,900 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Anesthesiologists ($491,640), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($374,080), Physicians, All Other ($335,670). The cost of living index is 93.07 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,272/month.
$131K
Avg. median salary
93.07
Cost of living index
$1,272
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Louisville/Jefferson County
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $88K | $42.44/hr |
| 92 | Budget Analysts | Business & Finance | $88K | $42.2/hr |
| 93 | Art Directors | Arts & Media | $88K | $42.1/hr |
| 94 | Financial Examiners | Business & Finance | $87K | $42.02/hr |
| 95 | Education Administrators, All Other | Management | $86K | $41.44/hr |
| 96 | Chemists | Science | $86K | $41.39/hr |
| 97 | Chiropractors | Healthcare | $85K | $40.88/hr |
| 98 | Registered Nurses | Healthcare | $85K | $40.79/hr |
| 99 | Food Science Technicians | Science | $84K | $40.54/hr |
| 100 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $84K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Louisville/Jefferson County
Cost of living vs. national average-6.9% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,272/mo
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