Top Paying Jobs in Yuma, AZ
Yuma, AZ has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 16,520 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Dentists, General ($164,680), Physicians, All Other ($162,020), Pharmacists ($161,630). The cost of living index is 92.71 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,382/month.
$86K
Avg. median salary
92.71
Cost of living index
$1,382
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Yuma
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Engineering | $59K | $28.51/hr |
| 92 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Construction & Trades | $59K | $28.36/hr |
| 93 | Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers | Production & Manufacturing | $59K | $28.29/hr |
| 94 | Electricians | Construction & Trades | $59K | $28.28/hr |
| 95 | Postal Service Clerks | Office & Admin | $58K | $28.11/hr |
| 96 | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Business & Finance | $58K | $27.86/hr |
| 97 | Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | Repair & Maintenance | $58K | $27.86/hr |
| 98 | Machinists | Production & Manufacturing | $58K | $27.8/hr |
| 99 | Graphic Designers | Arts & Media | $58K | $27.76/hr |
| 100 | Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | Education | $58K | $27.72/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Yuma
Cost of living vs. national average-7.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,382/mo
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