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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Facilities Managers | Management | $104K | $50/hr |
| 62 | Materials Engineers | Engineering | $103K | $49.72/hr |
| 63 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $103K | $49.69/hr |
| 64 | Operations Research Analysts | Technology | $103K | $49.47/hr |
| 65 | Construction Managers | Management | $103K | $49.29/hr |
| 66 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $102K | $49.05/hr |
| 67 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $102K | $49.03/hr |
| 68 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $102K | $49.02/hr |
| 69 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $102K | $48.91/hr |
| 70 | Data Scientists | Technology | $101K | $48.48/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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