Top Paying Jobs in Mankato, MN
Mankato, MN has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 11,760 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($421,630), Family Medicine Physicians ($314,060), Dentists, General ($207,000). The cost of living index is 90.95 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,171/month.
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Avg. median salary
90.95
Cost of living index
$1,171
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Mankato
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $77K | $36.86/hr |
| 82 | Accountants and Auditors | Business & Finance | $77K | $36.85/hr |
| 83 | Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $76K | N/A |
| 84 | English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $76K | N/A |
| 85 | Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | Office & Admin | $75K | $36/hr |
| 86 | Cost Estimators | Business & Finance | $75K | $35.9/hr |
| 87 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School | Education | $75K | N/A |
| 88 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $74K | $35.79/hr |
| 89 | Training and Development Specialists | Business & Finance | $74K | $35.66/hr |
| 90 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $73K | $35.29/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Mankato
Cost of living vs. national average-9.0% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,171/mo
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