May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Wichita
Wichita, KS
480 occupations
Across 480 occupations with published wages in Wichita, anesthesiologists record the highest median at $239,200 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Wichita
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anesthesiologists | $239,200 | 240 | |
| 2 | Pediatricians, General | $228,820 | 50 | |
| 3 | Nurse Anesthetists | $205,540 | 220 | |
| 4 | Chief Executives | $198,910 | 350 | |
| 5 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $163,230 | 260 | |
| 6 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $156,130 | 550 | |
| 7 | Purchasing Managers | $155,970 | 160 | |
| 8 | Financial Managers | $155,060 | 1,060 | |
| 9 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $154,310 | 350 | |
| 10 | Physicians, All Other | $151,470 | 1,170 | |
| 11 | Marketing Managers | $150,210 | 240 | |
| 12 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $148,910 | 60 | |
| 13 | Pharmacists | $142,400 | 580 | |
| 14 | Sales Managers | $134,650 | 960 | |
| 15 | Human Resources Managers | $132,050 | 220 | |
| 16 | Managers, All Other | $131,710 | 470 | |
| 17 | Aerospace Engineers | $130,720 | 1,430 | |
| 18 | Chemical Engineers | $128,780 | — | |
| 19 | Industrial Production Managers | $127,360 | 510 | |
| 20 | Optometrists | $123,940 | 120 | |
| 21 | Physician Assistants | $121,640 | 240 | |
| 22 | Lawyers | $121,510 | 690 | |
| 23 | Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $117,870 | 380 | |
| 24 | Nurse Practitioners | $116,100 | 690 | |
| 25 | Facilities Managers | $113,310 | 230 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 11,580 | $27,420 |
| Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers | 9,460 | $59,850 |
| Retail Salespersons | 7,530 | $30,760 |
| Registered Nurses | 7,460 | $76,540 |
| Cashiers | 7,070 | $28,430 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 6,290 | $41,480 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 5,950 | $39,330 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 5,850 | $30,600 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 5,710 | $34,510 |
| Nursing Assistants | 5,220 | $37,290 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $22,500 | 640 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $23,120 | — |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $24,190 | — |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $25,580 | 390 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,420 | 11,580 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $27,420 | 70 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $27,550 | 970 |
| Telemarketers | $27,670 | — |
| School Bus Monitors | $27,790 | 460 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,870 | 760 |
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.
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