Top Paying Jobs in Manhattan, KS
Manhattan, KS has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 13,480 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($294,890), Sales Managers ($162,920), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($157,400). The cost of living index is 90.16 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,068/month.
$87K
Avg. median salary
90.16
Cost of living index
$1,068
Median 2BR rent
N/A
Population
Highest paying careers in Manhattan
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $92K | $44.02/hr |
| 32 | Occupational Therapists | Healthcare | $89K | $42.6/hr |
| 33 | Biological Scientists, All Other | Science | $89K | $42.6/hr |
| 34 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $88K | $42.18/hr |
| 35 | General and Operations Managers | Management | $85K | $40.86/hr |
| 36 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $85K | N/A |
| 37 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $85K | $40.78/hr |
| 38 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $83K | $40/hr |
| 39 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $83K | $39.99/hr |
| 40 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $81K | $39.1/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Manhattan
Cost of living vs. national average-9.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,068/mo
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