Top Paying Jobs in Springfield, MA
Springfield, MA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 34,770 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Nurse Anesthetists ($357,740), Psychiatrists ($311,290), Family Medicine Physicians ($212,200). The cost of living index is 96.06 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,734/month.
$119K
Avg. median salary
96.06
Cost of living index
$1,734
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Springfield
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Labor Relations Specialists | Business & Finance | $94K | $44.98/hr |
| 82 | School Psychologists | Science | $93K | $44.81/hr |
| 83 | First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | Public Safety | $93K | $44.47/hr |
| 84 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $92K | $44.27/hr |
| 85 | Accountants and Auditors | Business & Finance | $92K | $44.24/hr |
| 86 | Web and Digital Interface Designers | Technology | $91K | $43.89/hr |
| 87 | Crane and Tower Operators | Transportation | $90K | $43.42/hr |
| 88 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Business & Finance | $90K | $43.26/hr |
| 89 | Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | Management | $90K | $43.11/hr |
| 90 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $89K | $43.02/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Springfield
Cost of living vs. national average-3.9% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,734/mo
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