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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | Science | $107K | $51.64/hr |
| 52 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $107K | $51.58/hr |
| 53 | Actuaries | Technology | $107K | $51.51/hr |
| 54 | Power Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $107K | $51.21/hr |
| 55 | Database Administrators | Technology | $106K | $51.09/hr |
| 56 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $106K | $51.01/hr |
| 57 | Training and Development Managers | Management | $106K | $50.82/hr |
| 58 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $106K | $50.77/hr |
| 59 | Detectives and Criminal Investigators | Public Safety | $105K | $50.63/hr |
| 60 | Emergency Management Directors | Management | $105K | $50.42/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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