Finding a job that pays well is not just about the salary, it’s also about location.
A new report from Career.io shows how compensation can vary by state, impacting earning potential.
The report matches pay to location, revealing the highest earning professions in each U.S. state.
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The map highlights jobs with the highest salary differences compared to the national average in each state.
States like Minnesota and Indiana offer medical professionals significantly higher pay than the national average.
Some states have business and finance jobs that pay over 50% more than the national average.
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Discover the highest-paying jobs in some U.S. states and how much more they pay compared to 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 details.







