Top Paying Jobs in Wichita Falls, TX
Wichita Falls, TX has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 15,940 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Physicians, All Other ($292,330), Chief Executives ($163,170), Dentists, General ($148,800). The cost of living index is 89.51 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,136/month.
$82K
Avg. median salary
89.51
Cost of living index
$1,136
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Wichita Falls
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $77K | $36.85/hr |
| 42 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $76K | $36.73/hr |
| 43 | General and Operations Managers | Management | $76K | $36.69/hr |
| 44 | Accountants and Auditors | Business & Finance | $76K | $36.56/hr |
| 45 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | Sales | $76K | $36.34/hr |
| 46 | Occupational Therapy Assistants | Healthcare Support | $74K | $35.8/hr |
| 47 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | Public Safety | $74K | $35.76/hr |
| 48 | Teachers and Instructors, All Other | Education | $74K | N/A |
| 49 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents | Business & Finance | $74K | $35.54/hr |
| 50 | Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | Public Safety | $73K | $35.15/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Wichita Falls
Cost of living vs. national average-10.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,136/mo
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