Top Paying Jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 231,460 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologists ($525,930), Surgeons, All Other ($410,100). The cost of living index is 103.32 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,839/month.
$156K
Avg. median salary
103.32
Cost of living index
$1,839
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $111K | N/A |
| 72 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $111K | $53.17/hr |
| 73 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | Management | $110K | $53.04/hr |
| 74 | Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $110K | N/A |
| 75 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $109K | $52.42/hr |
| 76 | Radiation Therapists | Healthcare | $109K | $52.29/hr |
| 77 | Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $109K | N/A |
| 78 | Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | Science | $108K | $52.11/hr |
| 79 | Urban and Regional Planners | Science | $107K | $51.67/hr |
| 80 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $106K | N/A |
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Cost of living vs. national average+3.3% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,839/mo
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