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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Engineering | $106K | $51.19/hr |
| 52 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | Management | $106K | $51.05/hr |
| 53 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Management | $105K | $50.52/hr |
| 54 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $104K | $50.05/hr |
| 55 | Managers, All Other | Management | $104K | $50.03/hr |
| 56 | Advertising and Promotions Managers | Management | $104K | $50/hr |
| 57 | Fundraising Managers | Management | $104K | $50/hr |
| 58 | Law Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $104K | N/A |
| 59 | General and Operations Managers | Management | $103K | $49.28/hr |
| 60 | Financial Examiners | Business & Finance | $102K | $49.24/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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