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19 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Kansas (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 19 occupations in Kansas with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Anesthesiologists at $437,030/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

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

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $150K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

19
Jobs Over $150K

$437,030

#1: Anesthesiologists

$204,427

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

25,150

Workers in These Jobs

All 19 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Kansas

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

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Anesthesiologists	$437,030	$375,020	600
2	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$311,630	$307,370	N/A
3	Psychiatrists	$278,100	$265,280	60
4	Family Medicine Physicians	$229,390	$236,160	210
5	Physicians, Pathologists	$224,280	$300,560	30
6	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$220,770	$222,220	N/A
7	Nurse Anesthetists	$212,090	$206,320	910
8	Pediatricians, General	$209,840	$221,860	110
9	Radiologists	$179,990	$199,480	N/A
10	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$164,830	$171,190	4,050
11	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$160,150	$166,850	2,010
12	Sales Managers	$159,990	$168,320	6,820
13	Purchasing Managers	$159,850	$163,580	920
14	Air Traffic Controllers	$159,700	$149,440	430
15	Financial Managers	$159,380	$171,510	5,190
16	Chief Executives	$158,100	$222,710	1,960
17	Marketing Managers	$154,510	$163,980	1,570
18	Natural Sciences Managers	$153,820	$161,130	240
19	Medical Dosimetrists	$150,670	$146,570	40

Kansas High-Salary Insights

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

3.0% of all tracked occupations in KS earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $150,670/year (Medical Dosimetrists), while the top earner makes $437,030/year.

Kansas ranks #29 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Kansas?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 19 occupations in Kansas with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 3.0% of all tracked occupations in KS.

What is the highest paying job in Kansas?

The highest paying occupation in Kansas is Anesthesiologists with a median salary of $437,030 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Kansas?

The entry point for the $150K+ list in Kansas is $150,670/year (Medical Dosimetrists). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Kansas?

The average median salary among all 19 occupations that pay over $150K in Kansas is $204,427 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Kansas?

High-paying jobs in Kansas 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