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
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Highest paying careers in Lubbock
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Atmospheric and Space Scientists | Science | $81K | $39.11/hr |
| 62 | Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $81K | N/A |
| 63 | General and Operations Managers | Management | $81K | $38.88/hr |
| 64 | Chiropractors | Healthcare | $80K | $38.42/hr |
| 65 | Operations Research Analysts | Technology | $80K | $38.36/hr |
| 66 | Occupational Therapy Assistants | Healthcare Support | $80K | $38.31/hr |
| 67 | Speech-Language Pathologists | Healthcare | $80K | $38.26/hr |
| 68 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $79K | N/A |
| 69 | Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $79K | N/A |
| 70 | Social Workers, All Other | Community & Social | $79K | $37.91/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-8.7% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$973/mo
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