Top Paying Jobs in Worcester, MA
Worcester, MA has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 60,640 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Surgeons, All Other ($517,150), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($391,930), Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric ($387,810). The cost of living index is 102.52 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $2,056/month.
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Avg. median salary
102.52
Cost of living index
$2,056
Median 2BR rent
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Highest paying careers in Worcester
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Engineering | $104K | $50.03/hr |
| 82 | Chemical Engineers | Engineering | $104K | $50.03/hr |
| 83 | Physical Therapists | Healthcare | $104K | $49.9/hr |
| 84 | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Science | $104K | $49.87/hr |
| 85 | Database Administrators | Technology | $104K | $49.82/hr |
| 86 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Healthcare | $103K | $49.56/hr |
| 87 | Power Distributors and Dispatchers | Production & Manufacturing | $102K | $49.2/hr |
| 88 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $102K | N/A |
| 89 | Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $102K | $49.07/hr |
| 90 | Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $102K | N/A |
Affordability snapshot: Worcester
Cost of living vs. national average+2.5% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$2,056/mo
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