Top Paying Jobs in Midland, TX
Midland, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 33,750 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($417,970), Chief Executives ($389,330), Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers ($219,140). The cost of living index is 95.78 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,772/month.
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Avg. median salary
95.78
Cost of living index
$1,772
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Highest paying careers in Midland
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $418K | $200.95/hr |
| 2 | Chief Executives | Management | $389K | $187.18/hr |
| 3 | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | Science | $219K | $105.36/hr |
| 4 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $198K | N/A |
| 5 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $174K | $83.67/hr |
| 6 | Financial Managers | Management | $173K | $82.94/hr |
| 7 | Petroleum Engineers | Engineering | $172K | $82.73/hr |
| 8 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $169K | $81.36/hr |
| 9 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $163K | $78.45/hr |
| 10 | Lawyers | Legal | $163K | $78.41/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Midland
Cost of living vs. national average-4.2% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,772/mo
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