Top Paying Jobs in Omaha, NE-IA
Omaha, NE-IA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 55,720 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($598,480), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($534,820), Dermatologists ($393,150). The cost of living index is 91.91 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,368/month.
$142K
Avg. median salary
91.91
Cost of living index
$1,368
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Omaha
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Audiologists | Healthcare | $94K | $45.01/hr |
| 92 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $93K | $44.8/hr |
| 93 | Financial Risk Specialists | Business & Finance | $93K | $44.8/hr |
| 94 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $93K | N/A |
| 95 | Social Workers, All Other | Community & Social | $92K | $44.46/hr |
| 96 | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | Science | $92K | $44.4/hr |
| 97 | Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | Repair & Maintenance | $92K | $44.07/hr |
| 98 | Budget Analysts | Business & Finance | $91K | $43.97/hr |
| 99 | Gas Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $91K | $43.9/hr |
| 100 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | Sales | $91K | $43.71/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Omaha
Cost of living vs. national average-8.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,368/mo
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