Top Paying Jobs in Springfield, IL
Springfield, IL has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 27,490 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Surgeons, All Other ($438,010), Psychiatrists ($413,890), Chief Executives ($338,570). The cost of living index is 92.75 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,203/month.
$114K
Avg. median salary
92.75
Cost of living index
$1,203
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Springfield
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $122K | $58.84/hr |
| 22 | Computer Network Architects | Technology | $122K | $58.68/hr |
| 23 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $121K | $58.17/hr |
| 24 | Sales Managers | Management | $121K | $58.09/hr |
| 25 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $119K | $57.26/hr |
| 26 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $118K | $56.53/hr |
| 27 | Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $118K | $56.53/hr |
| 28 | Actuaries | Technology | $118K | $56.53/hr |
| 29 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $116K | $55.76/hr |
| 30 | First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | Public Safety | $116K | $55.68/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Springfield
Cost of living vs. national average-7.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,203/mo
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