Top Paying Jobs in Lubbock, TX
Lubbock, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 28,580 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($328,740), Chief Executives ($174,120), Petroleum Engineers ($164,480). The cost of living index is 91.32 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $973/month.
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Avg. median salary
91.32
Cost of living index
$973
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Lubbock
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Detectives and Criminal Investigators | Public Safety | $73K | $35.01/hr |
| 92 | Physical Therapist Assistants | Healthcare Support | $73K | $34.97/hr |
| 93 | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Technology | $73K | $34.87/hr |
| 94 | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Science | $72K | $34.81/hr |
| 95 | Credit Analysts | Business & Finance | $72K | $34.8/hr |
| 96 | Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | Engineering | $72K | $34.53/hr |
| 97 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $70K | $33.78/hr |
| 98 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $70K | $33.75/hr |
| 99 | Social and Community Service Managers | Management | $70K | $33.66/hr |
| 100 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $69K | $33.27/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Lubbock
Cost of living vs. national average-8.7% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$973/mo
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