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34 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Connecticut (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

There are 34 occupations in Connecticut with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Cardiologists at $488,940/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

34
Jobs Over $150K
$488,940
#1: Cardiologists
$228,605
Avg of Qualifying Jobs
80,690
Workers in These Jobs

All 34 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Connecticut

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

# Occupation Median Salary Mean Salary Workers
1 Cardiologists $488,940 $416,360 320
2 Anesthesiologists $481,820 $416,580 N/A
3 Orthodontists $478,680 $412,100 N/A
4 Emergency Medicine Physicians $418,940 $364,450 470
5 Psychiatrists $326,670 $292,660 560
6 Neurologists $320,680 $274,340 120
7 Chief Executives $295,120 $376,840 1,660
8 Nurse Anesthetists $236,960 $225,810 480
9 Commercial Pilots $232,160 $231,650 460
10 Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates $217,760 $194,050 230
11 Pediatricians, General $216,830 $220,010 1,310
12 Podiatrists $212,760 $202,920 170
13 Natural Sciences Managers $210,670 $217,800 1,190
14 General Internal Medicine Physicians $208,000 $216,230 980
15 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $200,580 $250,000 330
16 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $199,870 $282,160 80
17 Compensation and Benefits Managers $197,970 $209,600 480
18 Radiologists $191,990 $227,700 N/A
19 Physicists $180,300 $200,450 60
20 Architectural and Engineering Managers $175,490 $180,190 4,970
21 Financial Managers $174,830 $201,260 20,040
22 Computer and Information Systems Managers $171,750 $184,030 10,570
23 Marketing Managers $169,240 $179,330 5,800
24 Actuaries $166,800 $164,640 1,380
25 Human Resources Managers $165,930 $180,480 3,020
26 Dermatologists $165,040 $268,770 N/A
27 Family Medicine Physicians $163,930 $200,820 790
28 Lawyers $163,600 $186,170 8,420
29 Sales Managers $162,110 $175,420 8,560
30 Dentists, General $160,440 $183,990 1,950
31 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $156,240 $148,040 4,610
32 Economics Teachers, Postsecondary $155,950 $180,860 300
33 Public Relations Managers $154,210 $167,860 890
34 Optometrists $150,340 $147,820 490

Connecticut High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Transportation fields.

5.5% of all tracked occupations in CT earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $150,340/year (Optometrists), while the top earner makes $488,940/year.

Connecticut ranks #8 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Connecticut?
According to 2025 BLS data, there are 34 occupations in Connecticut with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 5.5% of all tracked occupations in CT.
What is the highest paying job in Connecticut?
The highest paying occupation in Connecticut is Cardiologists with a median salary of $488,940 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.
What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Connecticut?
The entry point for the $150K+ list in Connecticut is $150,340/year (Optometrists). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.
What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Connecticut?
The average median salary among all 34 occupations that pay over $150K in Connecticut is $228,605 per year (2025 data).
How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Connecticut?
High-paying jobs in Connecticut typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics