Top Paying Jobs in Montgomery, AL
Montgomery, AL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 31,330 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($285,260), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($156,490), Chief Executives ($155,700). The cost of living index is 89.68 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,016/month.
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Avg. median salary
89.68
Cost of living index
$1,016
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Montgomery
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $91K | $43.79/hr |
| 52 | Property Appraisers and Assessors | Business & Finance | $91K | $43.65/hr |
| 53 | Business Operations Specialists, All Other | Business & Finance | $89K | $42.94/hr |
| 54 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $89K | $42.6/hr |
| 55 | Data Scientists | Technology | $88K | $42.13/hr |
| 56 | Technical Writers | Arts & Media | $87K | $41.96/hr |
| 57 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $86K | $41.29/hr |
| 58 | Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders | Production & Manufacturing | $84K | $40.56/hr |
| 59 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $84K | N/A |
| 60 | First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | Public Safety | $84K | $40.51/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Montgomery
Cost of living vs. national average-10.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,016/mo
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