Top Paying Jobs in Modesto, CA
Modesto, CA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 32,510 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($323,580), Family Medicine Physicians ($260,020), Chief Executives ($200,900). The cost of living index is 104.11 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,758/month.
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104.11
Cost of living index
$1,758
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Highest paying careers in Modesto
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $324K | $155.57/hr |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $260K | $125.01/hr |
| 3 | Chief Executives | Management | $201K | $96.59/hr |
| 4 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $173K | $83.36/hr |
| 5 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $173K | $82.95/hr |
| 6 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $167K | $80.31/hr |
| 7 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $166K | $79.68/hr |
| 8 | Lawyers | Legal | $164K | $78.85/hr |
| 9 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $164K | $78.69/hr |
| 10 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $162K | $77.96/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average+4.1% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,758/mo
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