Top Paying Jobs in Tyler, TX
Tyler, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 23,650 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Chief Executives ($237,880), Physicians, All Other ($182,690), Architectural and Engineering Managers ($168,720). The cost of living index is 92.16 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,338/month.
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Avg. median salary
92.16
Cost of living index
$1,338
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Highest paying careers in Tyler
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Executives | Management | $238K | $114.37/hr |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $183K | $87.83/hr |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $169K | $81.12/hr |
| 4 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $151K | $72.36/hr |
| 5 | Pharmacists | Healthcare | $137K | $65.76/hr |
| 6 | Financial Managers | Management | $137K | $65.64/hr |
| 7 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $133K | $64.16/hr |
| 8 | Petroleum Engineers | Engineering | $133K | $63.71/hr |
| 9 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $132K | $63.7/hr |
| 10 | Lawyers | Legal | $130K | $62.69/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-7.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,338/mo
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