Top Paying Jobs in Wheeling, WV-OH
Wheeling, WV-OH has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 14,310 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($321,820), Chief Executives ($172,470), Computer and Information Systems Managers ($136,520). The cost of living index is 88.32 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $991/month.
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Avg. median salary
88.32
Cost of living index
$991
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Wheeling
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | Education | $61K | N/A |
| 92 | Healthcare Social Workers | Community & Social | $61K | $29.25/hr |
| 93 | Social Workers, All Other | Community & Social | $61K | $29.12/hr |
| 94 | Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Education | $60K | N/A |
| 95 | Construction and Building Inspectors | Construction & Trades | $60K | $28.99/hr |
| 96 | Roofers | Construction & Trades | $60K | $28.96/hr |
| 97 | Coaches and Scouts | Arts & Media | $60K | N/A |
| 98 | Social and Community Service Managers | Management | $60K | $28.85/hr |
| 99 | Surveyors | Engineering | $60K | $28.71/hr |
| 100 | Correctional Officers and Jailers | Public Safety | $59K | $28.48/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Wheeling
Cost of living vs. national average-11.7% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$991/mo
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