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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $59K | $28.58/hr |
| 72 | Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | Education | $59K | N/A |
| 73 | Food Service Managers | Management | $59K | $28.49/hr |
| 74 | First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | Public Safety | $59K | $28.28/hr |
| 75 | Industrial Machinery Mechanics | Repair & Maintenance | $58K | $27.96/hr |
| 76 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Repair & Maintenance | $58K | $27.77/hr |
| 77 | Architectural and Civil Drafters | Engineering | $58K | $27.66/hr |
| 78 | Self-Enrichment Teachers | Education | $56K | $27.13/hr |
| 79 | Postal Service Mail Carriers | Office & Admin | $56K | $26.89/hr |
| 80 | Detectives and Criminal Investigators | Public Safety | $56K | $26.69/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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