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.
$139K
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $161K | $77.19/hr |
| 22 | Compensation and Benefits Managers | Management | $157K | $75.66/hr |
| 23 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $152K | $73.17/hr |
| 24 | Psychologists, All Other | Science | $152K | $73.1/hr |
| 25 | Purchasing Managers | Management | $147K | $70.87/hr |
| 26 | Pharmacists | Healthcare | $145K | $69.68/hr |
| 27 | Lawyers | Legal | $145K | $69.67/hr |
| 28 | Managers, All Other | Management | $145K | $69.58/hr |
| 29 | Nuclear Engineers | Engineering | $140K | $67.53/hr |
| 30 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $140K | $67.43/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Richmond
Cost of living vs. national average-2.1% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,655/mo
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