Top Paying Jobs in Valdosta, GA
Valdosta, GA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 14,410 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Family Medicine Physicians ($246,190), Physicians, All Other ($204,720), Chief Executives ($133,570). The cost of living index is 88.27 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,192/month.
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Avg. median salary
88.27
Cost of living index
$1,192
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Valdosta
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | Sales | $51K | $24.73/hr |
| 92 | Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $51K | $24.44/hr |
| 93 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $51K | $24.36/hr |
| 94 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $51K | $24.31/hr |
| 95 | Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | Community & Social | $50K | $24.21/hr |
| 96 | Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians | Repair & Maintenance | $50K | $24.04/hr |
| 97 | Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | Repair & Maintenance | $50K | $23.98/hr |
| 98 | Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Healthcare | $50K | $23.97/hr |
| 99 | Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks | Office & Admin | $50K | $23.92/hr |
| 100 | First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | Building & Maintenance | $50K | $23.85/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-11.7% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,192/mo
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