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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Training and Development Managers | Management | $125K | $60.09/hr |
| 42 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $117K | $56.15/hr |
| 43 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $114K | $54.88/hr |
| 44 | Computer Occupations, All Other | Technology | $112K | $53.62/hr |
| 45 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $111K | $53.51/hr |
| 46 | Computer Network Architects | Technology | $111K | $53.33/hr |
| 47 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $110K | $52.89/hr |
| 48 | Information Security Analysts | Technology | $110K | $52.77/hr |
| 49 | Air Traffic Controllers | Transportation | $109K | $52.47/hr |
| 50 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $109K | $52.17/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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