Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Ames
246 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Ames belongs to Family Medicine Physicians, at $248,000 per year. The lowest published median is $21,580.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $21,580 | 450 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $22,710 | 1,010 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $23,640 | 40 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $27,100 | 110 |
| Childcare Workers | $27,850 | 260 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,480 | 140 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $28,760 | 130 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $29,220 | 1,620 |
| Cashiers | $29,230 | 1,470 |
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $29,570 | 190 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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