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.
$127K
Avg. median salary
92.18
Cost of living index
$1,274
Median 2BR rent
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Population
Highest paying careers in Memphis
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Veterinarians | Healthcare | $125K | $60.16/hr |
| 32 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | Legal | $125K | $60.04/hr |
| 33 | Nurse Practitioners | Healthcare | $125K | $59.91/hr |
| 34 | Database Architects | Technology | $124K | $59.65/hr |
| 35 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $122K | N/A |
| 36 | Physician Assistants | Healthcare | $122K | $58.61/hr |
| 37 | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Engineering | $121K | $58.05/hr |
| 38 | Power Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $119K | $57.25/hr |
| 39 | Industrial Production Managers | Management | $118K | $56.79/hr |
| 40 | Nurse Midwives | Healthcare | $116K | $55.98/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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