Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Gainesville
349 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Gainesville belongs to Packers and Packagers, Hand, at $27,810 per year. The highest is $404,240.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Packers and Packagers, Hand | $27,810 | 550 | |
| 2 | Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $27,930 | 260 | |
| 3 | Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $28,070 | 60 | |
| 4 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,280 | 4,780 | |
| 5 | Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,400 | 380 | |
| 6 | Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,970 | 500 | |
| 7 | Dishwashers | $29,490 | 460 | |
| 8 | Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $29,540 | 430 | |
| 9 | Cashiers | $29,710 | 3,090 | |
| 10 | Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $29,890 | 110 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatrists | $404,240 | — |
| Physicians, All Other | $291,160 | 440 |
| Chief Executives | $238,200 | 330 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $225,280 | 80 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $222,820 | 100 |
| Dentists, General | $184,220 | 140 |
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $178,950 | 40 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $146,090 | 440 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $138,930 | 90 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $134,270 | 410 |
| Lawyers | $132,160 | 600 |
| Pharmacists | $129,260 | 540 |
| Physician Assistants | $129,150 | 240 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $126,440 | 800 |
| Environmental Engineers | $126,440 | 50 |
| Purchasing Managers | $125,440 | 30 |
| Computer Network Architects | $124,840 | 90 |
| Software Developers | $122,950 | 580 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $122,810 | 130 |
| Human Resources Managers | $121,570 | 190 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $119,410 | 130 |
| Sales Managers | $118,070 | 380 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $116,470 | 120 |
| Public Relations Managers | $116,200 | 40 |
| Veterinarians | $115,210 | 120 |
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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