Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Rockford
329 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Rockford belongs to Physicians, All Other, at $323,660 per year. The lowest published median is $31,200.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $323,660 | 410 | |
| 2 | Chief Executives | $323,030 | 90 | |
| 3 | Radiologists | $239,200 | 50 | |
| 4 | Dentists, General | $214,670 | 130 | |
| 5 | Family Medicine Physicians | $168,210 | 60 | |
| 6 | Pediatricians, General | $161,330 | 30 | |
| 7 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $146,930 | 250 | |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $146,600 | 250 | |
| 9 | Financial Managers | $135,650 | 590 | |
| 10 | Pharmacists | $134,190 | 300 | |
| 11 | Sales Managers | $133,560 | 510 | |
| 12 | Veterinarians | $132,720 | 50 | |
| 13 | Managers, All Other | $127,870 | 320 | |
| 14 | Physician Assistants | $127,800 | 60 | |
| 15 | Nurse Practitioners | $127,720 | 240 | |
| 16 | Purchasing Managers | $126,970 | 90 | |
| 17 | Marketing Managers | $124,440 | 170 | |
| 18 | Human Resources Managers | $123,090 | 200 | |
| 19 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $121,920 | 540 | |
| 20 | Industrial Production Managers | $120,800 | 460 | |
| 21 | Information Security Analysts | $119,400 | 90 | |
| 22 | Electrical Engineers | $112,350 | 180 | |
| 23 | Personal Financial Advisors | $110,850 | 90 | |
| 24 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $109,710 | 210 | |
| 25 | Software Developers | $107,640 | 380 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Tutors | $31,200 | 150 |
| Library Technicians | $31,200 | 70 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $31,200 | 170 |
| School Bus Monitors | $31,200 | 130 |
| Bartenders | $31,200 | 1,220 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $31,200 | 1,710 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 | 340 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $31,200 | 340 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $31,200 | 30 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $31,200 | 240 |
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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