When it comes to finding a job that pays well, location can play a significant role. A recent report from Career.io highlights how the same job can offer varying compensation from state to state, emphasizing the importance of where you work in maximizing your earnings.
The report analyzes pay based on location by identifying which jobs have the highest average salary in each state compared to the national average. The result? A detailed map showcasing the jobs with the highest earning potential specific to each U.S. state.
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The map reveals professions in each state with significant differences between the average statewide salary and the national average pay.
Every state has at least one job that pays at least 25% more than the national average. For example, medical professionals in Midwestern states like Minnesota and Indiana earn more than their counterparts in other regions.
In Indiana, physicians take home 38.63% more pay, while dermatologists in Minnesota enjoy a 56.98% pay increase compared to the national average for their professions.
Moreover, business and finance jobs in three states offer more than 50% above the national average pay. For instance, personal financial advisors in Alaska make 66.69% more, credit counselors in Nebraska earn 59.46% more, and credit analysts in New York receive 50.98% more than the U.S. average for these roles.
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Here are some of the highest-paying jobs in densely populated U.S. states, along with the percentage by which each job surpasses the national average:
1. California
Craft artists: 89.06%
2. Florida
Quarry rock splitters: 42.40%
3. New York
Crane and tower operators: 109.03%
4. Pennsylvania
Iron and rebar workers: 65.30%
5. Illinois
Hoist and winch operators: 71.79%
6. Ohio
Mathematical science occupations: 40.46%
7. Georgia
Cloak room attendants: 52.49%
8. North Carolina
Healthcare practitioners and all other technical workers: 34.49%
9. Michigan
Plant and system operators: 63.48%
10. New Jersey
Floor layers: 90.03%
Explore the full list for more insights.