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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Engineers, All Other | Engineering | $126K | $60.77/hr |
| 42 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $125K | $60.08/hr |
| 43 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $124K | $59.81/hr |
| 44 | Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $124K | N/A |
| 45 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $123K | $59.25/hr |
| 46 | Financial Risk Specialists | Business & Finance | $123K | $59.01/hr |
| 47 | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Engineering | $121K | $58.3/hr |
| 48 | Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | Repair & Maintenance | $119K | $57.32/hr |
| 49 | Art Directors | Arts & Media | $119K | $57/hr |
| 50 | Facilities Managers | Management | $118K | $56.94/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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