May 2025 · State · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Kansas
Kansas
669 occupations
Across 669 occupations with published wages in Kansas, anesthesiologists record the highest median at $437,030 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Kansas
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anesthesiologists | $437,030 | 600 | |
| 2 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $311,630 | — | |
| 3 | Psychiatrists | $278,100 | 60 | |
| 4 | Neurologists | $239,200 | 60 | |
| 5 | Surgeons, All Other | $239,200 | 30 | |
| 6 | Family Medicine Physicians | $229,390 | 210 | |
| 7 | Physicians, Pathologists | $224,280 | 30 | |
| 8 | Physicians, All Other | $221,540 | 5,230 | |
| 9 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $220,770 | — | |
| 10 | Nurse Anesthetists | $212,090 | 910 | |
| 11 | Pediatricians, General | $209,840 | 110 | |
| 12 | Radiologists | $179,990 | — | |
| 13 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $164,830 | 4,050 | |
| 14 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $160,150 | 2,010 | |
| 15 | Sales Managers | $159,990 | 6,820 | |
| 16 | Purchasing Managers | $159,850 | 920 | |
| 17 | Air Traffic Controllers | $159,700 | 430 | |
| 18 | Financial Managers | $159,380 | 5,190 | |
| 19 | Chief Executives | $158,100 | 1,960 | |
| 20 | Marketing Managers | $154,510 | 1,570 | |
| 21 | Natural Sciences Managers | $153,820 | 240 | |
| 22 | Medical Dosimetrists | $150,670 | 40 | |
| 23 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $148,910 | 420 | |
| 24 | Advertising and Promotions Managers | $148,560 | 40 | |
| 25 | Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | $143,580 | 80 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 47,140 | $27,580 |
| Registered Nurses | 33,800 | $79,320 |
| Retail Salespersons | 33,360 | $32,180 |
| Cashiers | 33,080 | $28,800 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 32,120 | $42,270 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 29,200 | $40,320 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 26,750 | $35,450 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 25,350 | $31,260 |
| General and Operations Managers | 24,660 | $92,840 |
| Nursing Assistants | 24,610 | $38,010 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist Aides | $25,280 | 440 |
| Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials | $25,780 | — |
| Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators | $25,830 | 40 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $26,300 | 2,960 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $26,410 | 4,240 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $26,690 | 490 |
| Taxi Drivers | $26,970 | 60 |
| Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers | $27,110 | 40 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $27,220 | 1,750 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $27,400 | 640 |
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.