Top Paying Jobs in Monroe, LA
Monroe, LA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 19,190 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($293,170), Family Medicine Physicians ($255,330), Dentists, General ($161,930). The cost of living index is 83.6 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,026/month.
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83.6
Cost of living index
$1,026
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Highest paying careers in Monroe
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $293K | $140.95/hr |
| 2 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $255K | $122.75/hr |
| 3 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $162K | $77.85/hr |
| 4 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $133K | $63.78/hr |
| 5 | Pharmacists | Healthcare | $132K | $63.46/hr |
| 6 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $126K | $60.67/hr |
| 7 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $124K | $59.78/hr |
| 8 | Chief Executives | Management | $123K | $59.18/hr |
| 9 | Financial Managers | Management | $118K | $56.93/hr |
| 10 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $117K | $56.44/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Monroe
Cost of living vs. national average-16.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,026/mo
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