Top Paying Jobs in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 96,870 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($555,670), Surgeons, All Other ($534,870), Dermatologists ($516,230). The cost of living index is 105.66 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,528/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$160K
Avg. median salary
105.66
Cost of living index
$1,528
Median 2BR rent
1,409,189
Population
Highest paying careers in New Hampshire
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Psychologists, All Other | Science | $121K | $58.07/hr |
| 62 | Advertising and Promotions Managers | Management | $121K | $57.95/hr |
| 63 | Materials Scientists | Science | $120K | $57.69/hr |
| 64 | Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $113K | N/A |
| 65 | Physical Scientists, All Other | Science | $112K | $54.02/hr |
| 66 | Web and Digital Interface Designers | Technology | $111K | $53.44/hr |
| 67 | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Science | $110K | $52.78/hr |
| 68 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $108K | $51.87/hr |
| 69 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $108K | $51.85/hr |
| 70 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $108K | $51.77/hr |
Affordability snapshot: New Hampshire
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average+5.7% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,528/mo
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