Top Paying Jobs in Rocky Mount, NC
Rocky Mount, NC has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 14,500 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($332,950), Marketing Managers ($162,220), Dentists, General ($161,810). The cost of living index is 88.01 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,143/month.
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Avg. median salary
88.01
Cost of living index
$1,143
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Rocky Mount
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Surgical Technologists | Healthcare | $58K | $27.68/hr |
| 92 | Machinists | Production & Manufacturing | $57K | $27.37/hr |
| 93 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $57K | N/A |
| 94 | Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | Sales | $56K | $27.1/hr |
| 95 | Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | Management | $56K | $27.05/hr |
| 96 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $56K | $27.03/hr |
| 97 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $56K | $26.87/hr |
| 98 | Postal Service Mail Carriers | Office & Admin | $56K | $26.79/hr |
| 99 | Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $56K | $26.78/hr |
| 100 | Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | Education | $55K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Rocky Mount
Cost of living vs. national average-12.0% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,143/mo
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