Top Paying Jobs in Minot, ND
Minot, ND has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 13,740 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Computer and Information Systems Managers ($138,290), Chief Executives ($135,870), Physician Assistants ($134,090). The cost of living index is 87.03 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,000/month.
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Avg. median salary
87.03
Cost of living index
$1,000
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Minot
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $62K | $30/hr |
| 62 | Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | Education | $62K | N/A |
| 63 | Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | Production & Manufacturing | $62K | $29.84/hr |
| 64 | Real Estate Sales Agents | Sales | $62K | $29.7/hr |
| 65 | Training and Development Specialists | Business & Finance | $62K | $29.64/hr |
| 66 | Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | Education | $61K | N/A |
| 67 | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Business & Finance | $61K | $29.48/hr |
| 68 | Computer User Support Specialists | Technology | $61K | $29.38/hr |
| 69 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $61K | $29.38/hr |
| 70 | Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | Transportation | $61K | $29.34/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-13.0% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,000/mo
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