Top Paying Jobs in Memphis, TN-MS-AR
Memphis, TN-MS-AR has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 67,330 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Neurologists ($535,950), Physicians, All Other ($388,960), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($325,520). The cost of living index is 92.18 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,274/month.
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Avg. median salary
92.18
Cost of living index
$1,274
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Highest paying careers in Memphis
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neurologists | Healthcare | $536K | $257.67/hr |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $389K | $187/hr |
| 3 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $326K | $156.5/hr |
| 4 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $299K | $143.57/hr |
| 5 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $256K | $123.19/hr |
| 6 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $243K | $116.94/hr |
| 7 | Dentists, General | Healthcare | $238K | $114.44/hr |
| 8 | Chief Executives | Management | $197K | $94.56/hr |
| 9 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Management | $180K | $86.38/hr |
| 10 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $168K | $80.87/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Memphis
Cost of living vs. national average-7.8% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,274/mo
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