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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Transportation Inspectors | Transportation | $116K | $55.73/hr |
| 42 | Microbiologists | Science | $115K | $55.21/hr |
| 43 | Electrical Engineers | Engineering | $113K | $54.27/hr |
| 44 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $113K | $54.23/hr |
| 45 | Statisticians | Technology | $112K | $53.7/hr |
| 46 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $111K | $53.34/hr |
| 47 | Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | Legal | $109K | $52.55/hr |
| 48 | Facilities Managers | Management | $109K | $52.21/hr |
| 49 | Chemical Engineers | Engineering | $109K | $52.2/hr |
| 50 | Construction Managers | Management | $108K | $51.79/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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