May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
349 occupations
Across 349 occupations with published wages in Gainesville, psychiatrists record the highest median at $404,240 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Gainesville
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psychiatrists | $404,240 | — | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $291,160 | 440 | |
| 3 | Chief Executives | $238,200 | 330 | |
| 4 | Nurse Anesthetists | $225,280 | 80 | |
| 5 | Family Medicine Physicians | $222,820 | 100 | |
| 6 | Dentists, General | $184,220 | 140 | |
| 7 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $178,950 | 40 | |
| 8 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $146,090 | 440 | |
| 9 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $138,930 | 90 | |
| 10 | Nurse Practitioners | $134,270 | 410 | |
| 11 | Lawyers | $132,160 | 600 | |
| 12 | Pharmacists | $129,260 | 540 | |
| 13 | Physician Assistants | $129,150 | 240 | |
| 14 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $126,440 | 800 | |
| 15 | Environmental Engineers | $126,440 | 50 | |
| 16 | Purchasing Managers | $125,440 | 30 | |
| 17 | Computer Network Architects | $124,840 | 90 | |
| 18 | Software Developers | $122,950 | 580 | |
| 19 | Industrial Production Managers | $122,810 | 130 | |
| 20 | Human Resources Managers | $121,570 | 190 | |
| 21 | Natural Sciences Managers | $119,410 | 130 | |
| 22 | Sales Managers | $118,070 | 380 | |
| 23 | Personal Financial Advisors | $116,470 | 120 | |
| 24 | Public Relations Managers | $116,200 | 40 | |
| 25 | Veterinarians | $115,210 | 120 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 7,470 | $81,870 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,780 | $28,280 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,220 | $31,830 |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other | 3,530 | $31,750 |
| Cashiers | 3,090 | $29,710 |
| Nursing Assistants | 2,890 | $36,990 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,780 | $44,950 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,570 | $35,920 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,540 | $35,400 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,440 | $93,220 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $27,810 | 550 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $27,930 | 260 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $28,070 | 60 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,280 | 4,780 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,400 | 380 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,970 | 500 |
| Dishwashers | $29,490 | 460 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $29,540 | 430 |
| Cashiers | $29,710 | 3,090 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $29,890 | 110 |
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.