Top Paying Jobs in Rapid City, SD
Rapid City, SD has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 15,920 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($301,420), Family Medicine Physicians ($230,530), Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric ($211,990). The cost of living index is 89.16 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,336/month.
$94K
Avg. median salary
89.16
Cost of living index
$1,336
Median 2BR rent
N/A
Population
Highest paying careers in Rapid City
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Dental Hygienists | Healthcare | $92K | $44.18/hr |
| 42 | Software Developers | Technology | $92K | $44.15/hr |
| 43 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $90K | $43.47/hr |
| 44 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $86K | $41.42/hr |
| 45 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $86K | N/A |
| 46 | Social and Community Service Managers | Management | $84K | $40.17/hr |
| 47 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | Management | $83K | $39.72/hr |
| 48 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists | Healthcare | $82K | $39.35/hr |
| 49 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $81K | $39.17/hr |
| 50 | Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | Repair & Maintenance | $81K | $39.14/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Rapid City
Cost of living vs. national average-10.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,336/mo
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