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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Population
Highest paying careers in Richmond
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Computer Network Architects | Technology | $129K | $62.12/hr |
| 42 | Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $128K | N/A |
| 43 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $128K | $61.45/hr |
| 44 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Management | $127K | $60.99/hr |
| 45 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $127K | $60.97/hr |
| 46 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $127K | $60.87/hr |
| 47 | Information Security Analysts | Technology | $126K | $60.69/hr |
| 48 | Data Scientists | Technology | $123K | $58.9/hr |
| 49 | Nuclear Technicians | Science | $122K | $58.76/hr |
| 50 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $122K | $58.5/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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