Top Paying Jobs in Wausau, WI
Wausau, WI has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 17,220 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($364,260), Nurse Anesthetists ($269,790), Chief Executives ($202,460). The cost of living index is 92.65 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,147/month.
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Avg. median salary
92.65
Cost of living index
$1,147
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Wausau
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | Management | $106K | N/A |
| 22 | Data Scientists | Technology | $104K | $50.2/hr |
| 23 | Facilities Managers | Management | $102K | $49.24/hr |
| 24 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $102K | $48.82/hr |
| 25 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $101K | $48.32/hr |
| 26 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $100K | $48.03/hr |
| 27 | Software Developers | Technology | $99K | $47.43/hr |
| 28 | Managers, All Other | Management | $98K | $47.15/hr |
| 29 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $96K | $46.25/hr |
| 30 | First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | Sales | $93K | $44.93/hr |
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Cost of living vs. national average-7.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,147/mo
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