Top Paying Jobs in Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, NY has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 38,760 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Cardiologists ($460,900), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($320,350), Physicians, All Other ($286,920). The cost of living index is 95.74 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,493/month.
$131K
Avg. median salary
95.74
Cost of living index
$1,493
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Syracuse
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $146K | $70.27/hr |
| 22 | Training and Development Managers | Management | $144K | $69.43/hr |
| 23 | Public Relations Managers | Management | $144K | $69.22/hr |
| 24 | Nuclear Engineers | Engineering | $141K | $67.88/hr |
| 25 | Computer Hardware Engineers | Engineering | $141K | $67.88/hr |
| 26 | Purchasing Managers | Management | $141K | $67.59/hr |
| 27 | Music Directors and Composers | Arts & Media | $140K | $67.42/hr |
| 28 | Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | Science | $139K | $66.8/hr |
| 29 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $133K | $63.94/hr |
| 30 | Construction Managers | Management | $133K | $63.83/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Syracuse
Cost of living vs. national average-4.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,493/mo
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