Local career market · BLS OEWS May 2025 · Kansas City, MO-KS
Careers in Kansas City, MO: pay and employment for 521 occupations.
BLS reports occupational wages for the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 28140), which includes Kansas City and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Kansas City city limits. It spans Missouri and Kansas.
Quick answer
In the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan area (CBSA 28140), BLS OEWS counted 1,096,110 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $50,820 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are CEO ($221,640), Dentist ($171,690), IT Manager ($168,050). The largest occupations are Operations Manager (31,080), Registered Nurse (29,650), Sales Associate (26,110).
Data Separately, BEA puts 2024 price levels across the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan area at 92.5 (U.S. = 100): prices for the average consumer are about 7% below the national level. That is context, not an adjusted salary.
At a glance
Highest-paying, largest and no-degree careers
Data Rankings use only occupations whose local estimate passes the reliability rule (500+ jobs, employment PRSE ≤ 20%, mean-wage PRSE ≤ 10%, non-degenerate distribution).
Highest-paying
- CEO$221,640 median · 990 employed
- Dentist$171,690 median · 1,070 employed
- IT Manager$168,050 median · 4,710 employed
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$162,680 median · 1,820 employed
- Financial Manager$162,490 median · 4,970 employed
- HR Manager$140,890 median · 1,380 employed
- Pharmacist$139,460 median · 2,640 employed
- Marketing Manager$139,240 median · 2,260 employed
- Managers, All Other$136,530 median · 3,780 employed
- Lawyer$134,640 median · 5,310 employed
Largest occupations
- Operations Manager31,080 employed · $90,490 median
- Registered Nurse29,650 employed · $83,040 median
- Sales Associate26,110 employed · $34,320 median
- Cashier24,160 employed · $30,700 median
- Stocker23,580 employed · $36,850 median
- Customer Service Representative22,240 employed · $44,350 median
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides20,870 employed · $32,780 median
- Fast Food and Counter Workers20,120 employed · $29,560 median
- Material Handler19,070 employed · $41,700 median
- Truck Driver18,230 employed · $60,170 median
Highest-paying without a bachelor's degree
BLS typical entry-level education (national).
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$108,270 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Lineman$101,740 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$97,830 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Detective$91,490 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Millwrights$91,380 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$90,640 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$84,100 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Sheet Metal Worker$82,830 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$79,590 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$79,060 median · High school diploma or equivalent
Salary pages
Detailed pay for popular careers in Kansas City, MO
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All 521 occupations
Data Occupations with 100+ jobs in the metro. Outlook is the BLS national projection; BLS publishes no metro projections in this dataset.
| Occupation | Mean (metro) | Typical entry education | U.S. outlook 2025–35 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operations ManagerSOC 11-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $90,490U.S. $105,770 | $114,850 | 31,080 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Registered NurseSOC 29-1141 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $83,040U.S. $97,550 | $87,740 | 29,650 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Sales AssociateSOC 41-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $34,320U.S. $35,410 | $36,840 | 26,110 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| CashierSOC 41-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,700U.S. $32,880 | $32,610 | 24,160 | No formal educational credential | -6.5% |
| StockerSOC 53-7065 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,850U.S. $37,330 | $39,840 | 23,580 | No formal educational credential | +8.9% |
| Customer Service RepresentativeSOC 43-4051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $44,350U.S. $44,770 | $45,970 | 22,240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| Home Health and Personal Care AidesSOC 31-1120 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $32,780U.S. $35,800 | $33,780 | 20,870 | n/a | n/a |
| Fast Food and Counter WorkersSOC 35-3023 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $29,560U.S. $31,200 | $30,370 | 20,120 | No formal educational credential | +5.8% |
| Material HandlerSOC 53-7062 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $41,700U.S. $40,240 | $42,100 | 19,070 | No formal educational credential | +1.8% |
| Truck DriverSOC 53-3032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,170U.S. $58,640 | $61,850 | 18,230 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.8% |
| ServerSOC 35-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,080U.S. $35,230 | $40,660 | 16,540 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Administrative AssistantSOC 43-6014 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,810U.S. $47,540 | $47,220 | 15,930 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Cooks, Fast FoodSOC 35-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,170U.S. $30,890 | $31,230 | 13,850 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsSOC 51-2090 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $54,990U.S. $44,650 | $56,720 | 13,770 | n/a | n/a |
| CNASOC 31-1131 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $39,710U.S. $42,260 | $42,000 | 13,370 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.6% |
| JanitorSOC 37-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,350U.S. $36,840 | $37,950 | 12,950 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Software EngineerSOC 15-1252 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $124,990U.S. $135,980 | $121,940 | 12,160 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| Elementary School TeacherSOC 25-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,060U.S. $63,970 | $61,540 | 11,500 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| AccountantSOC 13-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $80,040U.S. $83,680 | $88,340 | 11,260 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Office Clerks, GeneralSOC 43-9061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,640U.S. $45,010 | $47,560 | 10,520 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Maintenance TechnicianSOC 49-9071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,860U.S. $49,590 | $53,330 | 10,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Line CookSOC 35-2014 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,370U.S. $37,390 | $38,670 | 9,940 | No formal educational credential | +12.1% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,250U.S. $72,080 | $81,180 | 9,930 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSOC 41-3091 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,950U.S. $69,990 | $80,720 | 9,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Packers and Packagers, HandSOC 53-7064 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $44,460U.S. $36,280 | $42,190 | 8,890 | No formal educational credential | -5.0% |
| Office ManagerSOC 43-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,780U.S. $69,500 | $72,000 | 8,860 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.1% |
| BookkeeperSOC 43-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,940U.S. $50,670 | $52,410 | 8,780 | Some college, no degree | -5.6% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except PostsecondarySOC 25-9045 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,520U.S. $36,780 | $35,260 | 8,690 | n/a | n/a |
| Project ManagerSOC 13-1082 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $101,050U.S. $102,320 | $107,590 | 8,380 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Business Operations Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-1199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $90,060U.S. $83,050 | $95,510 | 8,350 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Delivery DriverSOC 53-3033 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,290U.S. $44,860 | $51,210 | 8,020 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| High School TeacherSOC 25-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,200U.S. $72,040 | $62,830 | 7,750 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Security GuardSOC 33-9032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $41,810U.S. $38,020 | $45,690 | 7,730 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersSOC 35-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $39,210U.S. $44,080 | $45,510 | 7,650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.4% |
| RecruiterSOC 13-1071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $75,190U.S. $75,940 | $79,410 | 6,950 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Marketing SpecialistSOC 13-1161 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $72,580U.S. $78,760 | $80,300 | 6,920 | Bachelor's degree | +7.0% |
| Store ManagerSOC 41-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,620U.S. $48,520 | $52,620 | 6,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.7% |
| ReceptionistSOC 43-4171 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,210U.S. $38,010 | $38,440 | 6,750 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| LandscaperSOC 37-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $41,450U.S. $39,150 | $42,950 | 6,660 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| Daycare WorkerSOC 39-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $31,770U.S. $34,980 | $32,900 | 6,660 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| Construction WorkerSOC 47-2061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,500U.S. $47,120 | $56,460 | 6,580 | No formal educational credential | +7.3% |
| IT Support SpecialistSOC 15-1232 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,210U.S. $61,860 | $62,510 | 6,420 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| Forklift OperatorSOC 53-7051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,350U.S. $46,420 | $49,270 | 6,290 | No formal educational credential | +1.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersSOC 47-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $84,100U.S. $79,920 | $88,810 | 5,860 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| ElectricianSOC 47-2111 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $76,860U.S. $63,190 | $77,660 | 5,400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| MechanicSOC 49-3023 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $53,790U.S. $50,620 | $57,170 | 5,380 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| LawyerSOC 23-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $134,640U.S. $159,670 | $166,230 | 5,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.7% |
| Insurance AgentSOC 41-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $65,410U.S. $62,280 | $89,340 | 5,310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1047 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,610U.S. $62,890 | $67,910 | 5,230 | n/a | n/a |
| InspectorSOC 51-9061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,000U.S. $48,570 | $62,800 | 5,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Food Preparation WorkersSOC 35-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $32,230U.S. $35,320 | $34,170 | 5,080 | No formal educational credential | -3.0% |
| HousekeeperSOC 37-2012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $34,920U.S. $35,510 | $35,430 | 5,030 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Substitute TeacherSOC 25-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $40,440U.S. $41,670 | $40,610 | 5,000 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Financial ManagerSOC 11-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $162,490U.S. $166,570 | $176,590 | 4,970 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| BartenderSOC 35-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,300U.S. $34,340 | $38,450 | 4,890 | No formal educational credential | +5.0% |
| Police OfficerSOC 33-3051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,960U.S. $76,210 | $68,850 | 4,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| IT ManagerSOC 11-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $168,050U.S. $175,140 | $171,920 | 4,710 | Bachelor's degree | +15.8% |
| Medical SecretarySOC 43-6013 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,160U.S. $45,930 | $45,670 | 4,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| LPNSOC 29-2061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,420U.S. $64,400 | $65,980 | 4,570 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.0% |
| CarpenterSOC 47-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,810U.S. $60,580 | $67,500 | 4,540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Management ConsultantSOC 13-1111 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $98,430U.S. $101,860 | $102,790 | 4,500 | Bachelor's degree | +10.1% |
| Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaSOC 35-2012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,080U.S. $37,450 | $36,590 | 4,470 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersSOC 51-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $77,080U.S. $74,450 | $78,320 | 4,460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksSOC 43-5071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,460U.S. $45,260 | $46,400 | 4,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersSOC 49-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $79,060U.S. $79,860 | $84,240 | 4,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Mechanical EngineerSOC 17-2141 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,630U.S. $104,110 | $102,280 | 4,330 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| Buyers and Purchasing AgentsSOC 13-1020 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $74,740U.S. $77,710 | $78,090 | 4,270 | n/a | n/a |
| Medical AssistantSOC 31-9092 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,300U.S. $45,690 | $44,210 | 4,220 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +12.9% |
| HostSOC 35-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $29,280U.S. $31,200 | $32,540 | 4,200 | No formal educational credential | +3.4% |
| Computer Systems AnalystSOC 15-1211 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $101,340U.S. $105,850 | $107,580 | 4,180 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| Heavy Equipment OperatorSOC 47-2073 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,060U.S. $59,850 | $70,930 | 4,110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Middle School TeacherSOC 25-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,570U.S. $64,370 | $65,290 | 4,010 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Hospital AdministratorSOC 11-9111 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $124,990U.S. $123,860 | $133,120 | 3,950 | Bachelor's degree | +24.2% |
| Computer Occupations, All OtherSOC 15-1299 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $105,470U.S. $116,580 | $109,180 | 3,900 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $136,530U.S. $141,900 | $142,640 | 3,780 | Bachelor's degree | +4.9% |
| PlumberSOC 47-2152 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $76,150U.S. $63,800 | $79,030 | 3,740 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Claims AdjusterSOC 13-1031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $78,090U.S. $78,000 | $82,880 | 3,690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.5% |
| Pharmacy TechnicianSOC 29-2052 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,360U.S. $45,750 | $45,710 | 3,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Financial AdvisorSOC 13-2052 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $123,140U.S. $105,070 | $154,170 | 3,500 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-9111 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,530U.S. $43,220 | $47,260 | 3,500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Amusement and Recreation AttendantsSOC 39-3091 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $28,680U.S. $32,150 | $29,950 | 3,490 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentSOC 53-7061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $35,480U.S. $35,830 | $37,130 | 3,490 | No formal educational credential | +3.9% |
| Compliance OfficerSOC 13-1041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $77,650U.S. $80,730 | $83,320 | 3,470 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Physicians, All OtherSOC 29-1229 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $126,260U.S. $265,930 | $206,360 | 3,310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersSOC 35-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,200U.S. $33,980 | $31,790 | 3,300 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Training SpecialistSOC 13-1151 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,300U.S. $69,280 | $71,530 | 3,240 | Bachelor's degree | +10.8% |
| Civil EngineerSOC 17-2051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $98,860U.S. $100,840 | $104,090 | 3,230 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Personal TrainerSOC 39-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $38,550U.S. $47,160 | $44,690 | 3,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.3% |
| Billing and Posting ClerksSOC 43-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $49,980U.S. $48,500 | $51,530 | 3,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.1% |
| HVAC TechnicianSOC 49-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,680U.S. $61,010 | $64,870 | 3,010 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +10.9% |
| FirefighterSOC 33-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,770U.S. $59,280 | $59,560 | 3,000 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2010 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,230U.S. $62,930 | $62,920 | 2,990 | n/a | n/a |
| Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersSOC 47-2051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,250U.S. $57,020 | $65,160 | 2,950 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| Executive AssistantSOC 43-6011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,460U.S. $76,590 | $68,380 | 2,940 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSOC 41-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $79,410U.S. $78,660 | $99,460 | 2,920 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| ParalegalSOC 23-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,880U.S. $62,890 | $68,680 | 2,900 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Diesel MechanicSOC 49-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,570U.S. $61,770 | $64,410 | 2,890 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Bank TellerSOC 43-3071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $38,470U.S. $43,030 | $41,690 | 2,790 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| System AdministratorSOC 15-1244 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $91,980U.S. $99,130 | $96,700 | 2,760 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Nurse PractitionerSOC 29-1171 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $130,760U.S. $132,300 | $130,010 | 2,730 | Master's degree | +41.0% |
| WelderSOC 51-4121 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $57,370U.S. $53,750 | $59,250 | 2,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| PharmacistSOC 29-1051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $139,460U.S. $140,910 | $140,370 | 2,640 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.2% |
| Child, Family, and School Social WorkersSOC 21-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $49,880U.S. $59,550 | $53,560 | 2,620 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting ClerksSOC 43-5061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $53,360U.S. $59,650 | $57,900 | 2,570 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| School Bus DriverSOC 53-3051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,110U.S. $47,920 | $48,580 | 2,530 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Industrial Machinery MechanicsSOC 49-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $68,770U.S. $64,520 | $69,640 | 2,520 | High school diploma or equivalent | +17.8% |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2028 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,240U.S. $45,850 | $48,980 | 2,510 | n/a | n/a |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSOC 21-1018 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,690U.S. $59,350 | $64,690 | 2,470 | n/a | n/a |
| Dental AssistantSOC 31-9091 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,190U.S. $48,070 | $47,870 | 2,470 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.4% |
| ZookeeperSOC 39-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $32,150U.S. $35,360 | $36,050 | 2,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
| DishwasherSOC 35-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $34,800U.S. $34,810 | $33,570 | 2,460 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Mail CarrierSOC 43-5052 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,010U.S. $60,550 | $63,200 | 2,400 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| PrincipalSOC 11-9032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $105,230U.S. $105,870 | $109,210 | 2,360 | Master's degree | -0.3% |
| Social and Human Service AssistantsSOC 21-1093 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,860U.S. $45,930 | $46,120 | 2,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.4% |
| Property ManagerSOC 11-9141 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,910U.S. $69,990 | $71,320 | 2,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Cost EstimatorSOC 13-1051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $78,940U.S. $78,740 | $84,740 | 2,290 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Marketing ManagerSOC 11-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $139,240U.S. $166,790 | $151,230 | 2,260 | Bachelor's degree | +6.9% |
| Food ServerSOC 35-3041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $33,620U.S. $35,360 | $33,450 | 2,260 | No formal educational credential | +4.5% |
| Recreation WorkersSOC 39-9032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $35,090U.S. $36,560 | $36,440 | 2,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| School CounselorSOC 21-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,820U.S. $64,330 | $62,090 | 2,240 | Master's degree | +2.9% |
| CosmetologistSOC 39-5012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $31,520U.S. $35,790 | $41,280 | 2,220 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.7% |
| Counter and Rental ClerksSOC 41-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $40,190U.S. $41,300 | $48,590 | 2,220 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Construction ManagerSOC 11-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $121,790U.S. $114,990 | $125,940 | 2,180 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| Loan OfficerSOC 13-2072 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $82,330U.S. $76,690 | $92,870 | 2,180 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Coaches and ScoutsSOC 27-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,100U.S. $47,320 | $52,850 | 2,140 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanSOC 43-4111 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,020U.S. $45,920 | $44,930 | 2,130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Information and Record Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-4199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,700U.S. $49,500 | $46,590 | 2,130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Industrial EngineerSOC 17-2112 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $100,480U.S. $102,440 | $106,400 | 2,080 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| Financial AnalystSOC 13-2051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $97,680U.S. $102,740 | $100,370 | 2,050 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Parts SalespersonsSOC 41-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,090U.S. $38,630 | $45,620 | 2,030 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Physical TherapistSOC 29-1123 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $101,270U.S. $102,760 | $99,550 | 2,010 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.9% |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsSOC 13-2081 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,250U.S. $62,370 | $52,920 | 1,980 | Bachelor's degree | -1.0% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $130,850U.S. $104,920 | $129,830 | 1,960 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Public Relations SpecialistSOC 27-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $68,050U.S. $74,750 | $74,490 | 1,950 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Radiology TechSOC 29-2034 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $78,340U.S. $80,110 | $77,360 | 1,860 | Associate's degree | +5.0% |
| Loan Interviewers and ClerksSOC 43-4131 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,650U.S. $50,020 | $53,330 | 1,850 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.4% |
| Shuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSOC 53-3053 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,760U.S. $37,290 | $38,810 | 1,850 | No formal educational credential | +7.1% |
| Helpers--Production WorkersSOC 51-9198 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $42,210U.S. $39,070 | $44,100 | 1,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.2% |
| Architectural and Engineering ManagersSOC 11-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $162,680U.S. $171,270 | $168,440 | 1,820 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Cyber Security AnalystSOC 15-1212 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $104,010U.S. $129,180 | $109,340 | 1,810 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
| Dental HygienistSOC 29-1292 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $92,750U.S. $98,100 | $89,690 | 1,800 | Associate's degree | +8.0% |
| Electrical EngineerSOC 17-2071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $110,740U.S. $120,630 | $118,070 | 1,760 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
| Graphic DesignerSOC 27-1024 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,990U.S. $62,960 | $64,100 | 1,720 | Bachelor's degree | -1.7% |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersSOC 25-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $44,840U.S. $46,800 | $46,230 | 1,700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 43-5053 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $55,350U.S. $58,470 | $56,590 | 1,640 | No formal educational credential | -5.3% |
| Network EngineerSOC 15-1241 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $107,450U.S. $134,050 | $117,160 | 1,620 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| BakerSOC 51-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $35,650U.S. $37,160 | $37,220 | 1,610 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Driver/Sales WorkersSOC 53-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $38,570U.S. $38,770 | $41,810 | 1,600 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.9% |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceSOC 43-5032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,660U.S. $50,340 | $52,320 | 1,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Printing Press OperatorsSOC 51-5112 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,560U.S. $45,780 | $47,540 | 1,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.7% |
| Nail TechSOC 39-5092 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,180U.S. $35,760 | $38,180 | 1,570 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.2% |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolSOC 25-2052 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,970U.S. $65,120 | $61,950 | 1,550 | n/a | n/a |
| Automotive Body and Related RepairersSOC 49-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,540U.S. $54,890 | $63,870 | 1,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsSOC 43-4061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $58,090U.S. $54,210 | $56,520 | 1,520 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSOC 43-6012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $55,570 | not published | 1,510 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Psychiatric TechnicianSOC 29-2053 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,780U.S. $45,130 | $44,720 | 1,500 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +22.3% |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersSOC 51-6011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $34,190U.S. $34,890 | $34,140 | 1,450 | No formal educational credential | +4.3% |
| Chemical Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $57,500U.S. $58,040 | $58,600 | 1,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9124 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $49,180U.S. $48,250 | $54,640 | 1,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Industrial Production ManagerSOC 11-3051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $129,300U.S. $126,060 | $137,550 | 1,430 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| QA TesterSOC 15-1253 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $94,970U.S. $104,300 | $94,580 | 1,430 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksSOC 43-4081 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $35,530U.S. $35,070 | $35,530 | 1,420 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| LogisticianSOC 13-1081 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,620U.S. $82,320 | $74,160 | 1,400 | Bachelor's degree | +17.6% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesSOC 49-3042 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,850U.S. $65,510 | $66,530 | 1,400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.7% |
| Healthcare Social WorkerSOC 21-1022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,260U.S. $67,880 | $66,060 | 1,390 | Master's degree | +8.5% |
| HR ManagerSOC 11-3121 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $140,890U.S. $149,280 | $154,490 | 1,380 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesSOC 33-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $97,830U.S. $106,040 | $100,140 | 1,380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Occupational TherapistSOC 29-1122 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,840U.S. $100,330 | $97,980 | 1,360 | Master's degree | +14.8% |
| Correctional OfficerSOC 33-3012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $51,390U.S. $58,940 | $53,800 | 1,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| MachinistSOC 51-4041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $56,740U.S. $58,750 | $58,480 | 1,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Administrative Services ManagersSOC 11-3012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $109,290U.S. $114,130 | $125,460 | 1,330 | Bachelor's degree | +5.2% |
| PainterSOC 47-2141 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,070U.S. $49,400 | $55,910 | 1,330 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $52,840U.S. $46,330 | $56,710 | 1,330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Medical ScientistSOC 19-1042 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $81,250U.S. $103,410 | $102,500 | 1,320 | Doctoral or professional degree | +12.6% |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersSOC 11-3071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $108,270U.S. $107,230 | $118,260 | 1,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.1% |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherSOC 29-2099 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,720U.S. $50,290 | $57,270 | 1,300 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| Speech PathologistSOC 29-1127 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $86,120U.S. $97,870 | $88,130 | 1,270 | Master's degree | +16.6% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersSOC 37-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,090U.S. $49,100 | $53,820 | 1,270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| Data ScientistSOC 15-2051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,870U.S. $120,230 | $102,480 | 1,260 | Bachelor's degree | +34.6% |
| Bill and Account CollectorsSOC 43-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,750U.S. $47,030 | $51,360 | 1,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksSOC 43-3051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $56,590U.S. $58,260 | $59,520 | 1,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.9% |
| ArchitectSOC 17-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,920U.S. $99,280 | $108,190 | 1,250 | Bachelor's degree | +4.3% |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksSOC 43-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,940U.S. $49,230 | $53,040 | 1,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| LifeguardSOC 33-9092 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,590U.S. $33,580 | $30,610 | 1,240 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Special Education TeacherSOC 25-2058 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,090U.S. $74,260 | $64,350 | 1,210 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Preschool TeacherSOC 25-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,400U.S. $38,140 | $41,010 | 1,190 | Associate's degree | +4.5% |
| Respiratory TherapistSOC 29-1126 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $79,140U.S. $82,280 | $79,300 | 1,190 | Associate's degree | +8.5% |
| Court, Municipal, and License ClerksSOC 43-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $41,830U.S. $48,700 | $45,430 | 1,190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersSOC 27-1026 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,370U.S. $39,390 | $44,820 | 1,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Instructional DesignerSOC 25-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $76,050U.S. $77,440 | $78,610 | 1,140 | Master's degree | +1.6% |
| Medical CoderSOC 29-2072 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,280U.S. $51,140 | $56,190 | 1,140 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersSOC 33-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $90,640U.S. $93,530 | $92,390 | 1,140 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Production Workers, All OtherSOC 51-9199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $40,160U.S. $40,110 | $44,200 | 1,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Financial Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-2099 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $71,900U.S. $81,100 | $78,030 | 1,090 | Bachelor's degree | +4.1% |
| Sheet Metal WorkerSOC 47-2211 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $82,830U.S. $61,800 | $81,900 | 1,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| DentistSOC 29-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $171,690U.S. $170,950 | $197,770 | 1,070 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.7% |
| Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-9151 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $78,920U.S. $80,390 | $84,030 | 1,060 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| LibrarianSOC 25-4022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,180U.S. $68,270 | $65,120 | 1,040 | Master's degree | +2.6% |
| Medical Equipment RepairersSOC 49-9062 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $52,980U.S. $61,660 | $57,110 | 1,030 | Associate's degree | +12.6% |
| Architectural and Civil DraftersSOC 17-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,520U.S. $66,150 | $68,800 | 1,010 | Associate's degree | +5.2% |
| CEOSOC 11-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $221,640U.S. $213,990 | $279,380 | 990 | Bachelor's degree | +3.2% |
| Real Estate AgentSOC 41-9022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,780U.S. $52,830 | $53,480 | 990 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| CRNASOC 29-1151 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $218,080U.S. $236,590 | $243,830 | 980 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Surgical TechSOC 29-2055 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,250U.S. $64,650 | $65,430 | 980 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| LinemanSOC 49-9051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $101,740U.S. $95,320 | $94,560 | 980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.3% |
| UnderwriterSOC 13-2053 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $84,800U.S. $81,370 | $99,150 | 970 | Bachelor's degree | -3.8% |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersSOC 21-1023 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $58,320U.S. $60,280 | $60,740 | 960 | Master's degree | +10.3% |
| Vet AssistantSOC 31-9096 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,600U.S. $38,150 | $39,260 | 960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersSOC 41-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $79,590U.S. $87,520 | $96,020 | 920 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.5% |
| Data Entry ClerkSOC 43-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $38,910U.S. $41,340 | $41,340 | 920 | High school diploma or equivalent | -25.5% |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersSOC 49-9052 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,560U.S. $74,330 | $61,230 | 920 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3023 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $74,250U.S. $78,190 | $75,140 | 910 | Associate's degree | +2.4% |
| Tire Repairers and ChangersSOC 49-3093 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $39,570U.S. $37,710 | $42,080 | 910 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Food Service ManagerSOC 11-9051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $75,350U.S. $69,390 | $76,260 | 900 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Event PlannerSOC 13-1121 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $57,620U.S. $61,160 | $62,990 | 900 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| ChefSOC 35-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,010U.S. $62,470 | $67,740 | 890 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.6% |
| Butchers and Meat CuttersSOC 51-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $42,030U.S. $40,140 | $43,120 | 890 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Vet TechSOC 29-2056 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,260U.S. $47,380 | $46,920 | 880 | Associate's degree | +9.4% |
| Physical Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $65,580U.S. $68,380 | $67,510 | 880 | Associate's degree | +23.0% |
| RooferSOC 47-2181 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $58,420U.S. $55,440 | $58,900 | 880 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersSOC 49-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,580U.S. $63,890 | $62,220 | 880 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.3% |
| Financial ExaminersSOC 13-2061 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $89,300U.S. $94,160 | $100,780 | 870 | Bachelor's degree | +9.3% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-1199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $95,630U.S. $77,640 | $111,540 | 860 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsSOC 15-1231 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $77,040U.S. $76,220 | $81,930 | 850 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsSOC 19-5011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $92,900U.S. $90,150 | $97,100 | 850 | Bachelor's degree | +18.5% |
| DetectiveSOC 33-3021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $91,490U.S. $93,790 | $94,460 | 850 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Highway Maintenance WorkersSOC 47-4051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,760U.S. $50,260 | $51,220 | 850 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $98,940U.S. $107,310 | $126,640 | 840 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| PhlebotomistSOC 31-9097 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,110U.S. $45,230 | $45,760 | 840 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.8% |
| Facilities ManagerSOC 11-3013 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $109,200U.S. $106,660 | $119,750 | 830 | Bachelor's degree | +4.6% |
| Food BatchmakersSOC 51-3092 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $42,850U.S. $42,290 | $42,690 | 830 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.5% |
| Kindergarten TeacherSOC 25-2012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,410U.S. $62,680 | $61,300 | 820 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| UsherSOC 39-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $32,480U.S. $32,910 | $33,680 | 810 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4081 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,680U.S. $47,180 | $50,060 | 810 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Sterile Processing TechnicianSOC 31-9093 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,190U.S. $47,700 | $46,550 | 800 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.8% |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9023 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $58,260U.S. $48,990 | $56,840 | 780 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| DispatcherSOC 43-5031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $51,940U.S. $53,040 | $54,500 | 770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| VeterinarianSOC 29-1131 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $122,490U.S. $130,100 | $129,790 | 750 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.4% |
| ParamedicSOC 29-2043 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,520U.S. $60,600 | $61,660 | 750 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.7% |
| Real Estate BrokerSOC 41-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,770U.S. $73,220 | $72,380 | 750 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $52,770U.S. $60,020 | $56,610 | 740 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsSOC 13-1141 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $67,990U.S. $78,210 | $76,180 | 730 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3022 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,460U.S. $64,950 | $66,080 | 730 | Associate's degree | +3.2% |
| Advertising Sales AgentsSOC 41-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $58,450U.S. $64,820 | $68,190 | 730 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4072 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $44,450U.S. $44,350 | $44,710 | 730 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersSOC 37-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,420U.S. $58,430 | $60,840 | 720 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9196 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,220U.S. $50,270 | $48,850 | 720 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.6% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherSOC 49-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $51,060U.S. $49,230 | $54,440 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseSOC 45-2092 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,020U.S. $35,660 | $37,760 | 700 | No formal educational credential | -2.4% |
| Purchasing ManagerSOC 11-3061 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $161,910U.S. $148,080 | $162,030 | 690 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Rehabilitation CounselorSOC 21-1015 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,800U.S. $46,850 | $50,490 | 690 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| School Bus MonitorsSOC 33-9094 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $31,500U.S. $35,100 | $32,790 | 690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsSOC 51-9161 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $51,010U.S. $50,690 | $55,810 | 690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.4% |
| TutorSOC 25-3041 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,660U.S. $43,350 | $40,790 | 680 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| Teaching Assistants, PostsecondarySOC 25-9044 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $38,620U.S. $42,910 | $40,930 | 680 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| Bus DriverSOC 53-3052 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $59,360U.S. $59,050 | $56,490 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Education Administrators, PostsecondarySOC 11-9033 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $110,740U.S. $104,590 | $137,930 | 670 | Master's degree | +1.8% |
| Biological Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1029 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $74,810U.S. $98,920 | $80,930 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1194 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $52,520U.S. $63,820 | $57,810 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSOC 39-1014 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $47,200U.S. $48,560 | $50,820 | 670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Sales and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 41-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $30,470U.S. $48,280 | $38,260 | 670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Ultrasound TechSOC 29-2032 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $100,450U.S. $96,590 | $98,220 | 660 | Associate's degree | +13.9% |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSOC 49-2098 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $61,480U.S. $60,070 | $61,400 | 660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Massage TherapistSOC 31-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $55,810U.S. $58,450 | $66,590 | 650 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +15.3% |
| Home InspectorSOC 47-4011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $65,330U.S. $74,690 | $71,080 | 650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| MillwrightsSOC 49-9044 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $91,380U.S. $65,700 | $82,630 | 640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Cargo and Freight AgentsSOC 43-5011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $50,340U.S. $52,260 | $54,480 | 620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $37,360U.S. $35,670 | $38,950 | 620 | No formal educational credential | +3.8% |
| FundraiserSOC 13-1131 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $68,230U.S. $72,550 | $74,380 | 610 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3027 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $100,150U.S. $74,510 | $91,890 | 600 | Associate's degree | +1.3% |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherSOC 43-9199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $42,330U.S. $45,670 | $44,620 | 600 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.3% |
| Sewing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-6031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $36,640U.S. $36,670 | $37,420 | 600 | No formal educational credential | -15.1% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSOC 25-3099 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,070U.S. $66,140 | $85,120 | 590 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Family Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1215 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $213,950U.S. $244,180 | $236,980 | 590 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| Engineers, All OtherSOC 17-2199 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $93,330U.S. $122,930 | $103,850 | 580 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3026 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $64,700U.S. $66,120 | $75,780 | 580 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| Environmental ScientistSOC 19-2041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,690U.S. $82,220 | $88,400 | 580 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Pest Control TechnicianSOC 37-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,500U.S. $45,250 | $44,360 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Database ArchitectSOC 15-1243 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $127,590U.S. $139,500 | $119,880 | 570 | Bachelor's degree | +9.4% |
| Library AssistantSOC 43-4121 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $33,760U.S. $36,910 | $34,560 | 570 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.4% |
| Tax PreparerSOC 13-2082 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $78,920U.S. $54,920 | $82,540 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.7% |
| Surveying and Mapping TechniciansSOC 17-3031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,900U.S. $54,240 | $57,210 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| ChemistSOC 19-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $83,420U.S. $91,240 | $89,240 | 550 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Health EducatorSOC 21-1091 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $62,990U.S. $64,070 | $70,130 | 550 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| NutritionistSOC 29-1031 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $69,820U.S. $76,400 | $70,540 | 550 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Physician AssistantSOC 29-1071 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $133,350U.S. $135,880 | $134,340 | 540 | Master's degree | +21.1% |
| Postal Service ClerksSOC 43-5051 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $60,530U.S. $62,130 | $60,570 | 540 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Machine Feeders and OffbearersSOC 53-7063 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,100U.S. $41,220 | $62,650 | 540 | No formal educational credential | -13.1% |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsSOC 53-7081 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $43,400U.S. $49,690 | $46,100 | 540 | No formal educational credential | +2.1% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersSOC 47-2081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,720U.S. $58,930 | $54,390 | 530 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Aircraft MechanicSOC 49-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $71,080U.S. $79,870 | $69,450 | 530 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Web DeveloperSOC 15-1254 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $89,420U.S. $92,650 | $100,490 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Electronics EngineerSOC 17-2072 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $113,090U.S. $130,220 | $121,630 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSOC 25-2032 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,950U.S. $66,270 | $60,990 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Maintenance WorkerSOC 49-9043 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $63,700U.S. $60,850 | $64,580 | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Computer ProgrammerSOC 15-1251 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $101,830U.S. $100,390 | $99,840 | 500 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Interior DesignerSOC 27-1025 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $65,160U.S. $67,190 | $72,940 | 500 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| EMTSOC 29-2042 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $42,670U.S. $44,470 | $45,440 | 500 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.8% |
| Ophthalmic Medical TechniciansSOC 29-2057 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,700U.S. $45,570 | $45,320 | 500 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +21.4% |
| MasonSOC 47-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $72,370U.S. $62,120 | $69,030 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsSOC 47-2071 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,210U.S. $53,340 | $70,650 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,680U.S. $47,720 | $51,360 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersSOC 51-7011 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $48,350U.S. $46,680 | $48,700 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Parking AttendantsSOC 53-6021 · Kansas City, MO-KS | $29,190U.S. $35,150 | $33,650 | 500 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports OfficialsSOC 27-2023 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,650U.S. $40,710 | $43,670 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.2% |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All OtherSOC 31-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,920U.S. $48,430 | $48,010 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| EstheticianSOC 39-5094 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,920U.S. $45,330 | $52,460 | 490 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +8.8% |
| Property Appraisers and AssessorsSOC 13-2020 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,350U.S. $67,960 | $67,620 | 480 | n/a | n/a |
| Cooks, Short OrderSOC 35-2015 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,810U.S. $35,880 | $30,890 | 480 | No formal educational credential | -5.2% |
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareSOC 11-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,340U.S. $59,300 | $62,660 | 470 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceSOC 43-9051 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,060U.S. $39,280 | $39,870 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural AnimalsSOC 45-2093 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,710U.S. $36,670 | $39,000 | 470 | No formal educational credential | -3.2% |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersSOC 51-3022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,820U.S. $38,300 | $43,410 | 470 | No formal educational credential | +5.7% |
| ChiropractorSOC 29-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,300U.S. $79,200 | $74,580 | 450 | Doctoral or professional degree | +8.7% |
| OptometristSOC 29-1041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $138,580U.S. $136,570 | $139,360 | 450 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.5% |
| OpticianSOC 29-2081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,930U.S. $47,260 | $47,110 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersSOC 39-1022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,090U.S. $48,590 | $49,250 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| New Accounts ClerksSOC 43-4141 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,350U.S. $47,670 | $44,010 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.5% |
| Tool and Die MakersSOC 51-4111 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,740U.S. $64,050 | $78,720 | 450 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -9.2% |
| Database AdministratorSOC 15-1242 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $103,640U.S. $104,620 | $107,560 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Community Health WorkerSOC 21-1094 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,650U.S. $51,850 | $54,490 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.7% |
| Producers and DirectorsSOC 27-2012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,470U.S. $90,360 | $79,310 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2057 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,550U.S. $66,810 | $64,570 | 430 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Floral DesignerSOC 27-1023 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,950U.S. $37,360 | $36,920 | 430 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,330U.S. $74,310 | $78,450 | 430 | Associate's degree | +3.7% |
| Couriers and MessengersSOC 43-5021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,050U.S. $39,200 | $41,330 | 430 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.0% |
| Air Traffic ControllerSOC 53-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $161,700U.S. $148,080 | $153,000 | 430 | Associate's degree | +1.7% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherSOC 19-4099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,660U.S. $62,280 | $65,270 | 420 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Probation OfficerSOC 21-1092 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,380U.S. $66,270 | $54,490 | 420 | Bachelor's degree | +3.0% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1072 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,340U.S. $80,250 | $81,230 | 420 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersSOC 33-1091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,800U.S. $55,940 | $60,940 | 420 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersSOC 49-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,840U.S. $47,810 | $49,600 | 420 | Some college, no degree | -3.0% |
| Dental Laboratory TechnicianSOC 51-9081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,790U.S. $49,610 | $59,930 | 420 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.9% |
| Biological TechnicianSOC 19-4021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,630U.S. $57,510 | $61,500 | 410 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| File ClerksSOC 43-4071 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,740U.S. $43,600 | $45,360 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.8% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSOC 21-1099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,240U.S. $56,730 | $52,560 | 400 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Occupational Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,050U.S. $72,300 | $69,570 | 400 | Associate's degree | +21.5% |
| Human Resources AssistantSOC 43-4161 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,140U.S. $50,610 | $52,680 | 400 | Associate's degree | -6.2% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,290U.S. $56,550 | $53,950 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.7% |
| Prepress Technicians and WorkersSOC 51-5111 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,240U.S. $48,690 | $49,840 | 400 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -15.3% |
| Credit AnalystSOC 13-2041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,330U.S. $83,510 | $82,680 | 390 | Bachelor's degree | -4.3% |
| Mechanical DraftersSOC 17-3013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,340U.S. $71,550 | $78,610 | 390 | Associate's degree | -6.0% |
| Audio and Video TechniciansSOC 27-4011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,300U.S. $58,100 | $55,710 | 390 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.9% |
| MRI TechSOC 29-2035 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,040U.S. $95,480 | $87,990 | 390 | Associate's degree | +7.7% |
| Labor Relations SpecialistsSOC 13-1075 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $92,860U.S. $95,420 | $95,730 | 380 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Chemical EngineerSOC 17-2041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,320U.S. $125,040 | $115,280 | 380 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Special Education Teachers, PreschoolSOC 25-2051 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,560U.S. $64,830 | $94,590 | 380 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| EditorSOC 27-3041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,180U.S. $77,920 | $74,140 | 380 | Bachelor's degree | -1.1% |
| IronworkerSOC 47-2221 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,570U.S. $62,780 | $71,330 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| PastorSOC 21-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,850U.S. $60,810 | $58,770 | 370 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and PlasticSOC 51-9195 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,370U.S. $46,170 | $53,670 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Demonstrators and Product PromotersSOC 41-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,090U.S. $39,320 | $40,030 | 360 | No formal educational credential | +0.2% |
| School PsychologistSOC 19-3034 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,090U.S. $95,990 | $76,760 | 350 | Master's degree | +0.8% |
| Technical WriterSOC 27-3042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,590U.S. $90,390 | $85,000 | 350 | Bachelor's degree | +0.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All OtherSOC 53-3099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,750U.S. $37,180 | $36,550 | 350 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Travel AgentSOC 41-3041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,210U.S. $50,160 | $57,400 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe CleanersSOC 47-4071 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,570U.S. $49,880 | $54,920 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Athletes and Sports CompetitorsSOC 27-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,790U.S. $66,710 | $467,430 | 330 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| TranslatorSOC 27-3091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,850U.S. $60,170 | $66,560 | 330 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsSOC 29-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,510U.S. $68,020 | $63,490 | 330 | Associate's degree | +15.9% |
| Tour and Travel GuidesSOC 39-7010 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $33,340U.S. $38,120 | $41,560 | 330 | n/a | n/a |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksSOC 43-4181 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,380U.S. $44,390 | $50,510 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallSOC 47-2131 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,460U.S. $49,120 | $61,710 | 330 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingSOC 51-7042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,160U.S. $43,380 | $44,280 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Crane OperatorSOC 53-7021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,150U.S. $68,080 | $76,660 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| OrderliesSOC 31-1132 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,150U.S. $38,290 | $38,840 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Print Binding and Finishing WorkersSOC 51-5113 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,160U.S. $42,290 | $46,520 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.5% |
| UX DesignerSOC 15-1255 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,690U.S. $104,000 | $82,500 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Computer Hardware EngineerSOC 17-2061 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,360U.S. $161,740 | $114,880 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| Clinical PsychologistSOC 19-3033 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $98,110U.S. $100,580 | $98,060 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.7% |
| Aerospace EngineerSOC 17-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,730U.S. $134,960 | $106,440 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| Title ExaminerSOC 23-2093 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,940U.S. $58,650 | $57,720 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.1% |
| Residential AdvisorsSOC 39-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,360U.S. $42,240 | $40,320 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingSOC 43-5111 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,180U.S. $46,380 | $50,760 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.8% |
| Office Machine Operators, Except ComputerSOC 43-9071 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,630U.S. $40,960 | $42,360 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | -14.9% |
| GlazierSOC 47-2121 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,850U.S. $57,080 | $60,180 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4033 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,860U.S. $46,550 | $51,750 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.8% |
| Public Relations ManagerSOC 11-2032 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $131,190U.S. $146,910 | $133,120 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| JournalistSOC 27-3023 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,490U.S. $62,200 | $65,890 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | -5.9% |
| AnesthesiologistSOC 29-1211 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $477,890U.S. $391,490 | $401,340 | 290 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| Order ClerksSOC 43-4151 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,710U.S. $46,170 | $51,520 | 290 | Some college, no degree | -17.5% |
| Tile and Stone SettersSOC 47-2044 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,100U.S. $55,690 | $58,650 | 290 | No formal educational credential | +9.8% |
| Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-9121 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $128,810U.S. $167,220 | $143,640 | 280 | Bachelor's degree | +8.2% |
| Business Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,790U.S. $99,080 | $99,060 | 280 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Library TechniciansSOC 25-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,060U.S. $44,580 | $42,890 | 280 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -6.4% |
| PhotographerSOC 27-4021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,750U.S. $44,660 | $50,980 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Nuclear Medicine TechnologistSOC 29-2033 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,380U.S. $101,370 | $88,380 | 280 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Physical Therapist AidesSOC 31-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $25,280U.S. $35,240 | $29,530 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,290U.S. $51,610 | $51,650 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Environmental EngineerSOC 17-2081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,180U.S. $107,110 | $103,260 | 270 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherSOC 29-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,220U.S. $65,790 | $67,910 | 270 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersSOC 33-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,780U.S. $77,970 | $70,810 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3093 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,200U.S. $41,590 | $39,950 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9032 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,850U.S. $46,570 | $48,550 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| SurveyorSOC 17-1022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,780U.S. $75,440 | $77,040 | 260 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,600U.S. $84,620 | $98,800 | 260 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.3% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1121 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,870U.S. $78,620 | $76,480 | 260 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| MusicianSOC 27-2042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 260 | No formal educational credential | +0.3% |
| Pharmacy AidesSOC 31-9095 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,100U.S. $37,680 | $39,050 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and RepairersSOC 49-9091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,020U.S. $47,450 | $44,300 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersSOC 49-9098 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,850U.S. $39,630 | $42,070 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Chemical TechnicianSOC 19-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,560U.S. $60,390 | $64,810 | 250 | Associate's degree | +4.9% |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthSOC 19-4042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,880U.S. $55,090 | $51,620 | 240 | Associate's degree | +6.9% |
| Insulation Workers, MechanicalSOC 47-2132 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,730U.S. $58,340 | $72,600 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Helpers--ElectriciansSOC 47-3013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,160U.S. $42,670 | $52,550 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Fence ErectorsSOC 47-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,350U.S. $47,980 | $45,210 | 240 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,690U.S. $48,540 | $56,790 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Financial Risk SpecialistsSOC 13-2054 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $100,620U.S. $117,330 | $110,280 | 230 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Mechanical Door RepairersSOC 49-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,530U.S. $55,720 | $50,200 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Power Plant OperatorSOC 51-8013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $110,410U.S. $102,040 | $104,210 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.1% |
| Education Administrators, All OtherSOC 11-9039 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $117,810U.S. $95,200 | $114,630 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +1.6% |
| Budget AnalystSOC 13-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,160U.S. $91,640 | $90,930 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Marriage And Family TherapistSOC 21-1013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,120U.S. $66,940 | $64,630 | 220 | Master's degree | +13.5% |
| WriterSOC 27-3043 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,230U.S. $76,910 | $71,980 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Radiation TherapistSOC 29-1124 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $117,280U.S. $105,310 | $113,760 | 220 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| Psychiatric AidesSOC 31-1133 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,950U.S. $44,910 | $41,000 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Medical TranscriptionistSOC 31-9094 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,600U.S. $40,410 | $41,210 | 220 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.4% |
| Private InvestigatorSOC 33-9021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,640U.S. $51,220 | $50,070 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| MorticianSOC 39-4031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,270U.S. $55,010 | $51,870 | 220 | Associate's degree | +3.0% |
| Home Appliance RepairersSOC 49-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,110U.S. $50,990 | $52,170 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Electrical and Electronics DraftersSOC 17-3012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,720U.S. $76,870 | $76,320 | 210 | Associate's degree | -3.4% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3029 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,040U.S. $78,350 | $83,270 | 210 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| Urban PlannerSOC 19-3051 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,520U.S. $89,320 | $90,160 | 210 | Master's degree | +3.9% |
| Recreational TherapistSOC 29-1125 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,270U.S. $61,960 | $49,100 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +4.8% |
| Athletic TrainerSOC 29-9091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,430U.S. $62,520 | $66,590 | 210 | Master's degree | +12.7% |
| Sales EngineerSOC 41-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,640U.S. $124,900 | $108,290 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +2.8% |
| Procurement ClerksSOC 43-3061 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,770U.S. $50,580 | $51,570 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.1% |
| Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansSOC 19-5012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,130U.S. $61,560 | $70,130 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| JudgeSOC 23-1023 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $153,990 | not published | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| Funeral AttendantsSOC 39-4021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,360U.S. $35,680 | $39,430 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Switchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceSOC 43-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,470U.S. $38,630 | $41,070 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | -26.0% |
| Elevator MechanicSOC 47-4021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $124,120U.S. $109,910 | $120,990 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Miscellaneous Construction and Related WorkersSOC 47-4090 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,220U.S. $49,910 | $49,310 | 200 | n/a | n/a |
| Commercial PilotSOC 53-2012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $131,000U.S. $123,220 | $127,780 | 200 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.2% |
| Training and Development ManagersSOC 11-3131 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $130,310U.S. $133,000 | $147,410 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 19-3099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $90,060U.S. $101,110 | $95,220 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Therapists, All OtherSOC 29-1129 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,980U.S. $77,930 | $71,620 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | +12.6% |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All OtherSOC 39-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,700U.S. $41,600 | $34,880 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Hazardous Materials Removal WorkersSOC 47-4041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,780U.S. $49,450 | $51,590 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,700U.S. $45,760 | $44,430 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| ActuarySOC 15-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $131,680U.S. $130,000 | $140,550 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +9.2% |
| Food Scientists and TechnologistsSOC 19-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,350U.S. $88,720 | $108,090 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| Social Workers, All OtherSOC 21-1029 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,400U.S. $71,900 | $102,200 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,160U.S. $79,940 | $67,560 | 180 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1123 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,250U.S. $78,760 | $77,740 | 180 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSOC 49-2094 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,240U.S. $74,090 | $74,200 | 180 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +0.3% |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorSOC 49-9012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,550U.S. $74,340 | $69,110 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Aircraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6032 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,350U.S. $40,450 | $40,690 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.6% |
| Agricultural TechniciansSOC 19-4012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,380U.S. $49,630 | $58,150 | 170 | Associate's degree | +5.4% |
| Legal Support Workers, All OtherSOC 23-2099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,220U.S. $72,110 | $80,330 | 170 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| BailiffsSOC 33-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,460U.S. $56,600 | $64,780 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationSOC 37-3012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,350U.S. $46,340 | $51,630 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard TilesSOC 47-2042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,140U.S. $56,460 | $53,070 | 170 | No formal educational credential | +9.0% |
| Audiovisual Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2097 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,410U.S. $52,600 | $58,960 | 170 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.8% |
| Cartographers and PhotogrammetristsSOC 17-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,810U.S. $81,390 | $96,770 | 160 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,280U.S. $75,350 | $67,920 | 160 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Museum Technicians and ConservatorsSOC 25-4013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,410U.S. $51,440 | $54,370 | 160 | Bachelor's degree | +3.6% |
| Animal TrainerSOC 39-2011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,950U.S. $39,990 | $39,720 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room AttendantsSOC 39-3093 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,140U.S. $36,300 | $34,640 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| ConciergesSOC 39-6012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,350U.S. $38,950 | $35,570 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| TelemarketerSOC 41-9041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,450U.S. $35,450 | $33,620 | 160 | No formal educational credential | -21.4% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool ProgrammersSOC 51-9162 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,180U.S. $68,120 | $72,200 | 160 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| EconomistSOC 19-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $128,520U.S. $124,720 | $141,470 | 150 | Master's degree | +4.7% |
| DancerSOC 27-2031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 150 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysSOC 27-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,830U.S. $47,340 | $58,240 | 150 | Bachelor's degree | -7.6% |
| Slaughterers and Meat PackersSOC 51-3023 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,020U.S. $40,130 | $41,500 | 150 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| ESL TeacherSOC 25-3011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,770U.S. $61,540 | $51,120 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | -13.9% |
| Agricultural Equipment OperatorsSOC 45-2091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,610U.S. $41,730 | $51,000 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +8.6% |
| Plasterers and Stucco MasonsSOC 47-2161 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,870U.S. $57,660 | $71,830 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Automotive Glass Installers and RepairersSOC 49-3022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,860U.S. $47,630 | $50,630 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Passenger AttendantsSOC 53-6061 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,900U.S. $37,720 | $34,240 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.0% |
| Fundraising ManagersSOC 11-2033 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,690U.S. $125,470 | $126,630 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| Landscape ArchitectSOC 17-1012 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,640U.S. $79,870 | $81,390 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3019 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,410U.S. $63,520 | $65,360 | 130 | Associate's degree | -7.3% |
| Psychology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1066 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,570U.S. $80,340 | $85,160 | 130 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Animal Control WorkersSOC 33-9011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,310U.S. $45,660 | $45,670 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,070U.S. $42,540 | $44,140 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry WorkersSOC 45-1011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,510U.S. $59,320 | $60,920 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsSOC 49-3053 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,140U.S. $47,880 | $51,440 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Locksmiths and Safe RepairersSOC 49-9094 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,930U.S. $51,320 | $56,060 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.7% |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsSOC 51-6021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,300U.S. $35,060 | $32,060 | 130 | No formal educational credential | -15.7% |
| UpholsterersSOC 51-6093 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,110U.S. $46,340 | $48,860 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.3% |
| Taxi DriverSOC 53-3054 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,020U.S. $42,100 | $36,780 | 130 | No formal educational credential | +11.5% |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingSOC 11-9072 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,990U.S. $79,520 | $83,290 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Funeral Home ManagersSOC 11-9171 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,670U.S. $78,790 | $77,880 | 120 | Associate's degree | +4.1% |
| Computer and Information Research ScientistsSOC 15-1221 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,670U.S. $140,300 | $122,300 | 120 | Master's degree | +21.8% |
| Soil and Plant ScientistsSOC 19-1013 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,190U.S. $78,850 | $80,450 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Commercial and Industrial DesignersSOC 27-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,450U.S. $83,910 | $88,110 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 27-2099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 120 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| AudiologistSOC 29-1181 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,650U.S. $95,780 | $95,740 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.0% |
| BarberSOC 39-5011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,210U.S. $38,210 | $52,170 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.3% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelaySOC 49-2095 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,900U.S. $103,020 | $102,440 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.7% |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and FittersSOC 51-2041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,540U.S. $51,330 | $57,810 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Food Processing Workers, All OtherSOC 51-3099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,530U.S. $39,680 | $43,350 | 120 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, WoodSOC 51-7041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,200U.S. $42,770 | $41,840 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.0% |
| Psychologists, All OtherSOC 19-3039 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $133,950U.S. $110,840 | $125,930 | 110 | Master's degree | +2.3% |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All OtherSOC 25-1069 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,580U.S. $72,990 | $73,650 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.6% |
| Communications Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1122 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,890U.S. $78,580 | $66,830 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.1% |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherSOC 25-9099 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,530U.S. $50,890 | $58,770 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Court ReporterSOC 27-3092 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $72,420 | not published | 110 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -0.1% |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherSOC 29-1299 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,050U.S. $115,210 | $113,040 | 110 | Master's degree | +5.5% |
| Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling InvestigatorsSOC 33-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,980U.S. $43,370 | $40,930 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.8% |
| StonemasonsSOC 47-2022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,550U.S. $57,390 | $57,700 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.4% |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4035 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,990U.S. $52,800 | $53,850 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal WorkersSOC 51-9071 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,560U.S. $52,540 | $56,160 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.2% |
| Medical Appliance TechniciansSOC 51-9082 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,360U.S. $48,030 | $48,370 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Conveyor Operators and TendersSOC 53-7011 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,410U.S. $42,420 | $49,800 | 110 | No formal educational credential | -2.6% |
| Lodging ManagersSOC 11-9081 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,490U.S. $69,250 | $88,520 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| StatisticianSOC 15-2041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $111,780U.S. $105,650 | $114,250 | 100 | Master's degree | +11.0% |
| Materials EngineerSOC 17-2131 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,230U.S. $112,860 | $112,910 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +7.5% |
| Environmental Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3025 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,560U.S. $59,920 | $79,650 | 100 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| MeteorologistSOC 19-2021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $117,810U.S. $99,070 | $118,410 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| GeologistSOC 19-2042 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $90,060U.S. $101,920 | $93,740 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Survey ResearchersSOC 19-3022 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,100U.S. $69,460 | $63,440 | 100 | Master's degree | -4.8% |
| Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1021 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,000U.S. $96,980 | $75,190 | 100 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.9% |
| Hearing Aid SpecialistSOC 29-2092 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,290U.S. $65,160 | $59,580 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Meter ReaderSOC 43-5041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,830U.S. $48,150 | $63,020 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Continuous Mining Machine OperatorsSOC 47-5041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,950U.S. $61,810 | $52,360 | 100 | No formal educational credential | +3.2% |
| Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3091 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,180U.S. $44,810 | $42,910 | 100 | No formal educational credential | +0.4% |
| Cutters and Trimmers, HandSOC 51-9031 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,300U.S. $38,020 | $39,860 | 100 | No formal educational credential | -18.9% |
| Traffic TechniciansSOC 53-6041 · Kansas City, MO-KS · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,520U.S. $59,090 | $57,690 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
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Geography
What area these numbers cover
- Search label
- Kansas City, MO
- BLS source geography
- Kansas City, MO-KS
- Geography type
- Metropolitan Statistical Area
- CBSA code
- 28140
- States
- Missouri, Kansas
- Delineation
- OMB Bulletin 23-01, as used by BLS OEWS May 2025
FAQ
Common questions
What are the highest-paying jobs in Kansas City, MO?
In the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan area (CBSA 28140), BLS OEWS counted 1,096,110 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $50,820 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are CEO ($221,640), Dentist ($171,690), IT Manager ($168,050).
Is this the city or the metro area?
BLS reports occupational wages for the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 28140), which includes Kansas City and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Kansas City city limits. It spans Missouri and Kansas.
Are these job openings?
No. OEWS employment counts people working in each occupation across the metro in May 2025, not vacancies or hiring.
Method
How this page is built
BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates for every detailed occupation with 100+ jobs in the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 28140). Medians and means are OEWS fields; employment counts people working in the occupation (excluding the self-employed), not openings. Typical entry education and outlook are BLS national Employment Projections. Suppressed values are shown as not published and never imputed. Searches this page answers include “high paying jobs kansas city”, “high paying jobs in kansas city”, “best jobs in kansas city” (Ahrefs, U.S.).
What this page can't tell you
Sources- City limits: BLS publishes metro-area estimates.
- Job openings or hiring: employment is the number of people working.
- Local outlook: projections shown are national.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 metropolitan-area estimates (2018 SOC; metropolitan statistical areas per OMB Bulletin 23-01), public domain.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, national occupational projections 2025–35 (no metro projections are published in this dataset).
- U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024 (released February 19, 2026).