Top Paying Jobs in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 180,710 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Radiologists ($475,440), Dentists, All Other Specialists ($469,750), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($337,410). The cost of living index is 101.42 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,972/month.
$131K
Avg. median salary
101.42
Cost of living index
$1,972
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Data Scientists | Technology | $107K | $51.24/hr |
| 52 | Soil and Plant Scientists | Science | $106K | $51.16/hr |
| 53 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $106K | $51.12/hr |
| 54 | Athletes and Sports Competitors | Arts & Media | $106K | N/A |
| 55 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $105K | $50.44/hr |
| 56 | Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers | Construction & Trades | $105K | $50.42/hr |
| 57 | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | Technology | $104K | $50.12/hr |
| 58 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $104K | $49.87/hr |
| 59 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $103K | $49.7/hr |
| 60 | Biological Scientists, All Other | Science | $103K | $49.7/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford
Cost of living vs. national average+1.4% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,972/mo
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