Top Paying Jobs in Odessa, TX
Odessa, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 25,770 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($281,480), Physicians, All Other ($200,310), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($166,340). The cost of living index is 93.9 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,595/month.
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Avg. median salary
93.9
Cost of living index
$1,595
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Odessa
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment | Repair & Maintenance | $62K | $29.73/hr |
| 92 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $62K | $29.6/hr |
| 93 | Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | Management | $61K | $29.21/hr |
| 94 | Chemical Technicians | Science | $61K | $29.13/hr |
| 95 | Public Relations Specialists | Arts & Media | $60K | $29.02/hr |
| 96 | Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $28.99/hr |
| 97 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $60K | $28.94/hr |
| 98 | Paralegals and Legal Assistants | Legal | $60K | $28.79/hr |
| 99 | Machinists | Production & Manufacturing | $60K | $28.74/hr |
| 100 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $60K | $28.71/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Odessa
Cost of living vs. national average-6.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,595/mo
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