May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Canton
Canton-Massillon, OH
381 occupations
Across 381 occupations with published wages in Canton, physicians, all other record the highest median at $372,510 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Canton
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $372,510 | 490 | |
| 2 | Nurse Anesthetists | $218,920 | 70 | |
| 3 | Dentists, General | $212,640 | 90 | |
| 4 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $146,140 | 260 | |
| 5 | Chief Executives | $145,910 | 110 | |
| 6 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $143,050 | 230 | |
| 7 | Pharmacists | $135,810 | 370 | |
| 8 | Financial Managers | $128,650 | 590 | |
| 9 | Optometrists | $127,190 | 40 | |
| 10 | Purchasing Managers | $126,510 | 90 | |
| 11 | Physician Assistants | $126,290 | 130 | |
| 12 | Veterinarians | $125,150 | 100 | |
| 13 | Sales Managers | $123,320 | 530 | |
| 14 | Human Resources Managers | $121,410 | 170 | |
| 15 | Lawyers | $119,210 | 450 | |
| 16 | Nurse Practitioners | $118,370 | 440 | |
| 17 | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $112,380 | 50 | |
| 18 | Marketing Managers | $112,040 | 210 | |
| 19 | Computer Network Architects | $110,460 | 40 | |
| 20 | Industrial Production Managers | $109,820 | 440 | |
| 21 | Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $109,370 | 40 | |
| 22 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $109,300 | 90 | |
| 23 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $106,350 | 620 | |
| 24 | Software Developers | $105,500 | 480 | |
| 25 | Managers, All Other | $103,570 | 130 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,020 | $27,760 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,850 | $29,480 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 4,580 | $31,850 |
| General and Operations Managers | 4,510 | $82,720 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 3,920 | $34,500 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,830 | $79,610 |
| Cashiers | 3,810 | $28,890 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 3,420 | $38,900 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,690 | $36,210 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 2,590 | $44,430 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $22,260 | 40 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $22,340 | 90 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $23,390 | 370 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $23,630 | 220 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $25,800 | 90 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $26,300 | — |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $26,330 | 100 |
| Childcare Workers | $26,610 | 340 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $26,610 | 150 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,660 | 520 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.