Top Paying Jobs in Trenton-Princeton, NJ
Trenton-Princeton, NJ has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 47,530 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($298,050), Psychiatrists ($294,890), Physicians, All Other ($279,930). The cost of living index is 103.18 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,950/month.
$139K
Avg. median salary
103.18
Cost of living index
$1,950
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Trenton-Princeton
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $298K | $143.29/hr |
| 2 | Psychiatrists | Healthcare | $295K | $141.77/hr |
| 3 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $280K | $134.58/hr |
| 4 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $217K | $104.21/hr |
| 5 | Marketing Managers | Management | $208K | $100.21/hr |
| 6 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $206K | N/A |
| 7 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | Legal | $204K | $98.15/hr |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $197K | $94.92/hr |
| 9 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $197K | $94.65/hr |
| 10 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $192K | $92.35/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average+3.2% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,950/mo
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