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.
$94K
Avg. median salary
92.16
Cost of living index
$1,338
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Tyler
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $114K | $54.77/hr |
| 22 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $113K | $54.45/hr |
| 23 | Data Scientists | Technology | $109K | $52.3/hr |
| 24 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $108K | $52.11/hr |
| 25 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $106K | $51.08/hr |
| 26 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $105K | $50.67/hr |
| 27 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $105K | $50.36/hr |
| 28 | Computer Network Architects | Technology | $104K | $49.96/hr |
| 29 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $104K | $49.83/hr |
| 30 | Database Administrators | Technology | $102K | $48.88/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Tyler
Cost of living vs. national average-7.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,338/mo
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