Top Paying Jobs in St. Cloud, MN
St. Cloud, MN has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 21,230 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Anesthesiologists ($591,740), Surgeons, All Other ($503,740), Physicians, All Other ($391,660). The cost of living index is 87.63 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,206/month.
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Avg. median salary
87.63
Cost of living index
$1,206
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in St. Cloud
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Health Education Specialists | Community & Social | $83K | $40/hr |
| 72 | Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $83K | N/A |
| 73 | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $82K | N/A |
| 74 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $82K | $39.37/hr |
| 75 | Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $82K | N/A |
| 76 | Dietitians and Nutritionists | Healthcare | $82K | $39.24/hr |
| 77 | First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $82K | $39.22/hr |
| 78 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $82K | N/A |
| 79 | Property Appraisers and Assessors | Business & Finance | $81K | $38.71/hr |
| 80 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $80K | $38.62/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-12.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,206/mo
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