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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | Management | $96K | $46.12/hr |
| 82 | Management Analysts | Business & Finance | $95K | $45.67/hr |
| 83 | Education Administrators, All Other | Management | $95K | $45.46/hr |
| 84 | Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | Engineering | $94K | $45.18/hr |
| 85 | Budget Analysts | Business & Finance | $93K | $44.93/hr |
| 86 | Database Administrators | Technology | $93K | $44.56/hr |
| 87 | Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | Repair & Maintenance | $92K | $44.32/hr |
| 88 | Financial and Investment Analysts | Business & Finance | $91K | $43.84/hr |
| 89 | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | Technology | $91K | $43.77/hr |
| 90 | Technical Writers | Arts & Media | $91K | $43.61/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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