Top Paying Jobs in Richmond, VA
Richmond, VA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 90,730 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($450,480), Chief Executives ($326,160), Psychiatrists ($290,900). The cost of living index is 97.86 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,655/month.
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Avg. median salary
97.86
Cost of living index
$1,655
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Richmond
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $209K | $100.36/hr |
| 12 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $181K | $86.85/hr |
| 13 | Marketing Managers | Management | $174K | $83.71/hr |
| 14 | Financial Managers | Management | $173K | $83.24/hr |
| 15 | Podiatrists | Healthcare | $169K | $81.06/hr |
| 16 | Sales Managers | Management | $169K | $81.05/hr |
| 17 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $167K | $80.37/hr |
| 18 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $165K | $79.5/hr |
| 19 | Computer and Information Research Scientists | Technology | $163K | $78.32/hr |
| 20 | Advertising and Promotions Managers | Management | $161K | $77.42/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-2.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,655/mo
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