Top Paying Jobs in Midland, MI
Midland, MI has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 13,020 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($587,950), Natural Sciences Managers ($212,130), Financial Managers ($173,080). The cost of living index is 91.92 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,193/month.
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Avg. median salary
91.92
Cost of living index
$1,193
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Midland
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Food Service Managers | Management | $64K | $30.68/hr |
| 72 | Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks | Office & Admin | $64K | $30.66/hr |
| 73 | Carpenters | Construction & Trades | $63K | $30.47/hr |
| 74 | Computer User Support Specialists | Technology | $62K | $30.03/hr |
| 75 | Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | Repair & Maintenance | $62K | $29.84/hr |
| 76 | Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | Education | $62K | N/A |
| 77 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $61K | $29.51/hr |
| 78 | Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | Education | $61K | $29.1/hr |
| 79 | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | Community & Social | $60K | $29.06/hr |
| 80 | First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | Office & Admin | $60K | $28.94/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Midland
Cost of living vs. national average-8.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,193/mo
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