Top Paying Jobs in Rochester, NY
Rochester, NY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 62,950 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Emergency Medicine Physicians ($440,340), Cardiologists ($415,000), Anesthesiologists ($366,040). The cost of living index is 97.03 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,573/month.
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Avg. median salary
97.03
Cost of living index
$1,573
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Rochester
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emergency Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $440K | $211.7/hr |
| 2 | Cardiologists | Healthcare | $415K | $199.52/hr |
| 3 | Anesthesiologists | Healthcare | $366K | $175.98/hr |
| 4 | Dermatologists | Healthcare | $336K | $161.69/hr |
| 5 | Surgeons, All Other | Healthcare | $321K | $154.36/hr |
| 6 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $286K | $137.61/hr |
| 7 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $270K | $129.6/hr |
| 8 | Chief Executives | Management | $237K | $114.03/hr |
| 9 | Psychiatrists | Healthcare | $234K | $112.32/hr |
| 10 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $215K | $103.53/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-3.0% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,573/mo
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