Top Paying Jobs in Vermont
Vermont has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 50,730 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Surgeons, All Other ($438,530), Anesthesiologists ($434,780), Neurologists ($434,730). The cost of living index is 100.95 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,498/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$141K
Avg. median salary
100.95
Cost of living index
$1,498
Median 2BR rent
647,464
Population
Highest paying careers in Vermont
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Environmental Engineers | Engineering | $93K | $44.51/hr |
| 92 | Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | Management | $92K | $44.38/hr |
| 93 | Compliance Officers | Business & Finance | $90K | $43.47/hr |
| 94 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | Management | $90K | $43.22/hr |
| 95 | Operations Research Analysts | Technology | $90K | $43.17/hr |
| 96 | Computer Programmers | Technology | $90K | $43.06/hr |
| 97 | Facilities Managers | Management | $89K | $42.65/hr |
| 98 | Loan Officers | Business & Finance | $89K | $42.65/hr |
| 99 | Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | Sales | $88K | $42.44/hr |
| 100 | Technical Writers | Arts & Media | $88K | $42.24/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Vermont
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Cost of living vs. national average+1.0% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,498/mo
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