Local career market · BLS OEWS May 2025 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR
Careers in Memphis, TN: pay and employment for 441 occupations.
BLS reports occupational wages for the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 32820), which includes Memphis and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Memphis city limits. It spans Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas.
Quick answer
In the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan area (CBSA 32820), BLS OEWS counted 611,670 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $46,890 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Physicians, All Other ($388,960), CEO ($196,680), IT Manager ($161,790). The largest occupations are Material Handler (37,750), Truck Driver (19,460), Sales Associate (17,050).
Data Separately, BEA puts 2024 price levels across the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan area at 92.2 (U.S. = 100): prices for the average consumer are about 8% below the national level. That is context, not an adjusted salary.
At a glance
Highest-paying, largest and no-degree careers
Data Rankings use only occupations whose local estimate passes the reliability rule (500+ jobs, employment PRSE ≤ 20%, mean-wage PRSE ≤ 10%, non-degenerate distribution).
Highest-paying
- Physicians, All Other$388,960 median · 950 employed
- CEO$196,680 median · 680 employed
- IT Manager$161,790 median · 1,710 employed
- Financial Manager$143,880 median · 2,750 employed
- HR Manager$138,560 median · 760 employed
- Lawyer$134,440 median · 1,670 employed
- Pharmacist$134,220 median · 1,460 employed
- Marketing Manager$132,540 median · 1,180 employed
- Administrative Services Managers$130,580 median · 1,430 employed
- Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary$128,860 median · 1,630 employed
Largest occupations
- Material Handler37,750 employed · $39,510 median
- Truck Driver19,460 employed · $63,070 median
- Sales Associate17,050 employed · $32,580 median
- Fast Food and Counter Workers15,320 employed · $27,490 median
- Registered Nurse13,760 employed · $81,500 median
- Stocker12,200 employed · $37,280 median
- Cashier10,840 employed · $29,160 median
- Operations Manager9,730 employed · $102,510 median
- Customer Service Representative9,360 employed · $44,090 median
- Office Clerks, General9,060 employed · $38,610 median
Highest-paying without a bachelor's degree
BLS typical entry-level education (national).
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$106,170 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Aircraft Mechanic$92,180 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$82,320 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$81,120 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$79,050 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$77,780 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$75,850 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Police Officer$75,410 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Office Manager$71,310 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Paramedic$66,830 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
Salary pages
Detailed pay for popular careers in Memphis, TN
Dental Hygienist$78,580 medianMedical Assistant$39,260 medianLPN$59,140 medianSterile Processing Technician$45,480 medianSurgical Tech$61,150 medianRadiology Tech$66,320 medianCRNA$243,240 medianPharmacy Technician$45,260 medianPhlebotomist$39,480 medianCNA$38,010 medianRespiratory Therapist$66,460 medianRegistered Nurse$81,500 medianNurse Practitioner$124,600 medianParalegal$56,850 median
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All 441 occupations
Data Occupations with 100+ jobs in the metro. Outlook is the BLS national projection; BLS publishes no metro projections in this dataset.
| Occupation | Mean (metro) | Typical entry education | U.S. outlook 2025–35 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material HandlerSOC 53-7062 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,510U.S. $40,240 | $41,130 | 37,750 | No formal educational credential | +1.8% |
| Truck DriverSOC 53-3032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $63,070U.S. $58,640 | $66,500 | 19,460 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.8% |
| Sales AssociateSOC 41-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $32,580U.S. $35,410 | $35,140 | 17,050 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Fast Food and Counter WorkersSOC 35-3023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $27,490U.S. $31,200 | $27,980 | 15,320 | No formal educational credential | +5.8% |
| Registered NurseSOC 29-1141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $81,500U.S. $97,550 | $87,370 | 13,760 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| StockerSOC 53-7065 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $37,280U.S. $37,330 | $39,360 | 12,200 | No formal educational credential | +8.9% |
| CashierSOC 41-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $29,160U.S. $32,880 | $29,200 | 10,840 | No formal educational credential | -6.5% |
| Operations ManagerSOC 11-1021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $102,510U.S. $105,770 | $132,440 | 9,730 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Customer Service RepresentativeSOC 43-4051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,090U.S. $44,770 | $45,050 | 9,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| Office Clerks, GeneralSOC 43-9061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,610U.S. $45,010 | $41,310 | 9,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Office ManagerSOC 43-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $71,310U.S. $69,500 | $74,400 | 8,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.1% |
| Security GuardSOC 33-9032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $35,100U.S. $38,020 | $36,570 | 8,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Delivery DriverSOC 53-3033 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,350U.S. $44,860 | $59,140 | 8,190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| JanitorSOC 37-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $32,580U.S. $36,840 | $34,300 | 8,070 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| ServerSOC 35-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $24,550U.S. $35,230 | $28,120 | 8,060 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Forklift OperatorSOC 53-7051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,540U.S. $46,420 | $44,810 | 7,950 | No formal educational credential | +1.5% |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksSOC 43-5071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $45,800U.S. $45,260 | $46,030 | 7,370 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Home Health and Personal Care AidesSOC 31-1120 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $30,900U.S. $35,800 | $32,110 | 7,280 | n/a | n/a |
| Medical SecretarySOC 43-6013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,940U.S. $45,930 | $43,290 | 7,180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| BookkeeperSOC 43-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,400U.S. $50,670 | $50,490 | 6,320 | Some college, no degree | -5.6% |
| Maintenance TechnicianSOC 49-9071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,140U.S. $49,590 | $51,080 | 6,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Administrative AssistantSOC 43-6014 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $45,960U.S. $47,540 | $46,240 | 5,500 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1047 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $62,350U.S. $62,890 | $68,620 | 5,470 | n/a | n/a |
| Elementary School TeacherSOC 25-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,510U.S. $63,970 | $59,940 | 5,410 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersSOC 35-1012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,620U.S. $44,080 | $44,440 | 5,350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.4% |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsSOC 51-2090 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,530U.S. $44,650 | $40,050 | 5,120 | n/a | n/a |
| Store ManagerSOC 41-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $49,010U.S. $48,520 | $53,500 | 5,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.7% |
| CNASOC 31-1131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,010U.S. $42,260 | $38,520 | 4,930 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.6% |
| High School TeacherSOC 25-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $62,230U.S. $72,040 | $62,280 | 4,860 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Line CookSOC 35-2014 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,340U.S. $37,390 | $35,500 | 4,800 | No formal educational credential | +12.1% |
| AccountantSOC 13-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $76,960U.S. $83,680 | $82,520 | 4,390 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,430U.S. $72,080 | $73,850 | 4,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except PostsecondarySOC 25-9045 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $29,330U.S. $36,780 | $31,740 | 4,280 | n/a | n/a |
| HousekeeperSOC 37-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $31,630U.S. $35,510 | $32,220 | 4,100 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Construction WorkerSOC 47-2061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,810U.S. $47,120 | $47,210 | 3,940 | No formal educational credential | +7.3% |
| RecruiterSOC 13-1071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $69,150U.S. $75,940 | $74,330 | 3,650 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Police OfficerSOC 33-3051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $75,410U.S. $76,210 | $66,880 | 3,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Food Preparation WorkersSOC 35-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $27,290U.S. $35,320 | $29,130 | 3,530 | No formal educational credential | -3.0% |
| Medical AssistantSOC 31-9092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,260U.S. $45,690 | $41,410 | 3,350 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +12.9% |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSOC 41-3091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,140U.S. $69,990 | $66,520 | 3,330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| InspectorSOC 51-9061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,910U.S. $48,570 | $48,250 | 3,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| LandscaperSOC 37-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,500U.S. $39,150 | $38,240 | 3,100 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| Packers and Packagers, HandSOC 53-7064 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $35,630U.S. $36,280 | $36,490 | 3,080 | No formal educational credential | -5.0% |
| LPNSOC 29-2061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,140U.S. $64,400 | $56,750 | 2,980 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.0% |
| MechanicSOC 49-3023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,490U.S. $50,620 | $54,920 | 2,980 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Project ManagerSOC 13-1082 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $85,130U.S. $102,320 | $91,760 | 2,960 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersSOC 51-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $65,990U.S. $74,450 | $73,180 | 2,910 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Daycare WorkerSOC 39-9011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $28,860U.S. $34,980 | $29,390 | 2,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| ElectricianSOC 47-2111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $60,890U.S. $63,190 | $62,690 | 2,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| Financial ManagerSOC 11-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $143,880U.S. $166,570 | $169,130 | 2,750 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| Production Workers, All OtherSOC 51-9199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,350U.S. $40,110 | $41,690 | 2,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $104,050U.S. $141,900 | $125,460 | 2,620 | Bachelor's degree | +4.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersSOC 49-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $77,780U.S. $79,860 | $80,490 | 2,600 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersSOC 47-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $75,850U.S. $79,920 | $77,690 | 2,500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting ClerksSOC 43-5061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $57,030U.S. $59,650 | $60,380 | 2,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| Hospital AdministratorSOC 11-9111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $112,800U.S. $123,860 | $133,320 | 2,310 | Bachelor's degree | +24.2% |
| Software EngineerSOC 15-1252 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $125,580U.S. $135,980 | $122,600 | 2,270 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| Cooks, Fast FoodSOC 35-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $27,230U.S. $30,890 | $27,550 | 2,270 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsSOC 43-4061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $49,940U.S. $54,210 | $52,540 | 2,230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSOC 41-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $58,500U.S. $78,660 | $78,540 | 2,210 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Aircraft MechanicSOC 49-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $92,180U.S. $79,870 | $107,660 | 2,140 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Buyers and Purchasing AgentsSOC 13-1020 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $69,430U.S. $77,710 | $74,630 | 2,110 | n/a | n/a |
| ReceptionistSOC 43-4171 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $34,530U.S. $38,010 | $34,940 | 2,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Pharmacy TechnicianSOC 29-2052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $45,260U.S. $45,750 | $45,070 | 2,090 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersSOC 35-9011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $34,740U.S. $33,980 | $31,940 | 2,070 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Sales ManagerSOC 11-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $128,560U.S. $148,270 | $145,930 | 2,040 | Bachelor's degree | +4.5% |
| Computer Occupations, All OtherSOC 15-1299 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $81,690U.S. $116,580 | $87,560 | 1,990 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| PlumberSOC 47-2152 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $58,690U.S. $63,800 | $60,500 | 1,920 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Marketing SpecialistSOC 13-1161 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $71,600U.S. $78,760 | $77,700 | 1,880 | Bachelor's degree | +7.0% |
| Driver/Sales WorkersSOC 53-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $40,610U.S. $38,770 | $40,270 | 1,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.9% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2010 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,000U.S. $62,930 | $67,000 | 1,830 | n/a | n/a |
| Child, Family, and School Social WorkersSOC 21-1021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $56,090U.S. $59,550 | $59,400 | 1,810 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Nurse PractitionerSOC 29-1171 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $124,600U.S. $132,300 | $121,660 | 1,800 | Master's degree | +41.0% |
| Management ConsultantSOC 13-1111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $94,980U.S. $101,860 | $101,840 | 1,770 | Bachelor's degree | +10.1% |
| IT Support SpecialistSOC 15-1232 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,460U.S. $61,860 | $60,850 | 1,770 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| Middle School TeacherSOC 25-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $58,380U.S. $64,370 | $60,170 | 1,750 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| HVAC TechnicianSOC 49-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $56,780U.S. $61,010 | $60,300 | 1,740 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +10.9% |
| LogisticianSOC 13-1081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $71,230U.S. $82,320 | $79,350 | 1,720 | Bachelor's degree | +17.6% |
| IT ManagerSOC 11-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $161,790U.S. $175,140 | $163,240 | 1,710 | Bachelor's degree | +15.8% |
| Computer Systems AnalystSOC 15-1211 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $100,640U.S. $105,850 | $103,020 | 1,700 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| Industrial Machinery MechanicsSOC 49-9041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,570U.S. $64,520 | $66,480 | 1,690 | High school diploma or equivalent | +17.8% |
| LawyerSOC 23-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $134,440U.S. $159,670 | $159,520 | 1,670 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.7% |
| HostSOC 35-9031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $27,610U.S. $31,200 | $26,960 | 1,670 | No formal educational credential | +3.4% |
| Cargo and Freight AgentsSOC 43-5011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $55,930U.S. $52,260 | $60,850 | 1,670 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| FirefighterSOC 33-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $62,910U.S. $59,280 | $57,560 | 1,660 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $128,860U.S. $107,310 | $121,930 | 1,630 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Counter and Rental ClerksSOC 41-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $37,430U.S. $41,300 | $39,800 | 1,610 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Training SpecialistSOC 13-1151 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $62,250U.S. $69,280 | $68,460 | 1,600 | Bachelor's degree | +10.8% |
| WelderSOC 51-4121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,600U.S. $53,750 | $51,050 | 1,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-9111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $42,570U.S. $43,220 | $43,440 | 1,580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersSOC 11-3071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $106,170U.S. $107,230 | $119,040 | 1,570 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.1% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSOC 21-1018 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,260U.S. $59,350 | $53,190 | 1,560 | n/a | n/a |
| Industrial EngineerSOC 17-2112 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $100,480U.S. $102,440 | $100,640 | 1,540 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaSOC 35-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $33,170U.S. $37,450 | $34,410 | 1,530 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $96,940U.S. $104,920 | $112,120 | 1,490 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| PharmacistSOC 29-1051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $134,220U.S. $140,910 | $133,120 | 1,460 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.2% |
| Administrative Services ManagersSOC 11-3012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $130,580U.S. $114,130 | $158,870 | 1,430 | Bachelor's degree | +5.2% |
| BartenderSOC 35-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $28,710U.S. $34,340 | $33,840 | 1,380 | No formal educational credential | +5.0% |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsSOC 13-2081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $49,440U.S. $62,370 | $52,050 | 1,370 | Bachelor's degree | -1.0% |
| Correctional OfficerSOC 33-3012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,210U.S. $58,940 | $54,710 | 1,370 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolSOC 25-2052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,640U.S. $65,120 | $65,130 | 1,330 | n/a | n/a |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentSOC 53-7061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $34,100U.S. $35,830 | $34,570 | 1,330 | No formal educational credential | +3.9% |
| PrincipalSOC 11-9032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $98,390U.S. $105,870 | $103,280 | 1,310 | Master's degree | -0.3% |
| Compliance OfficerSOC 13-1041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $72,010U.S. $80,730 | $76,900 | 1,300 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Preschool TeacherSOC 25-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,250U.S. $38,140 | $39,940 | 1,290 | Associate's degree | +4.5% |
| Billing and Posting ClerksSOC 43-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $46,340U.S. $48,500 | $47,950 | 1,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.1% |
| School CounselorSOC 21-1012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $65,290U.S. $64,330 | $65,040 | 1,270 | Master's degree | +2.9% |
| Substitute TeacherSOC 25-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $31,930U.S. $41,670 | $31,570 | 1,270 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersSOC 27-1026 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $31,160U.S. $39,390 | $34,800 | 1,270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Mail CarrierSOC 43-5052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $58,910U.S. $60,550 | $61,600 | 1,270 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 43-5053 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $54,330U.S. $58,470 | $55,780 | 1,260 | No formal educational credential | -5.3% |
| CarpenterSOC 47-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,620U.S. $60,580 | $53,370 | 1,240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Diesel MechanicSOC 49-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,360U.S. $61,770 | $65,740 | 1,240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| DishwasherSOC 35-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $29,700U.S. $34,810 | $30,780 | 1,230 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Dental AssistantSOC 31-9091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,200U.S. $48,070 | $49,340 | 1,200 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.4% |
| Marketing ManagerSOC 11-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $132,540U.S. $166,790 | $148,780 | 1,180 | Bachelor's degree | +6.9% |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksSOC 43-4081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $30,270U.S. $35,070 | $31,420 | 1,170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| School Bus DriverSOC 53-3051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $37,920U.S. $47,920 | $39,240 | 1,150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Heavy Equipment OperatorSOC 47-2073 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,870U.S. $59,850 | $55,080 | 1,140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Insurance AgentSOC 41-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,570U.S. $62,280 | $74,760 | 1,130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| ParalegalSOC 23-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $56,850U.S. $62,890 | $60,700 | 1,120 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| Parts SalespersonsSOC 41-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,730U.S. $38,630 | $42,450 | 1,120 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Couriers and MessengersSOC 43-5021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,040U.S. $39,200 | $41,520 | 1,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.0% |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceSOC 43-5032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,080U.S. $50,340 | $54,540 | 1,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Coaches and ScoutsSOC 27-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $37,440U.S. $47,320 | $49,130 | 1,060 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Bank TellerSOC 43-3071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,260U.S. $43,030 | $40,040 | 1,060 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| MachinistSOC 51-4041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,220U.S. $58,750 | $58,390 | 1,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Personal TrainerSOC 39-9031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $47,560U.S. $47,160 | $46,730 | 1,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.3% |
| CosmetologistSOC 39-5012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $30,980U.S. $35,790 | $35,980 | 1,000 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.7% |
| Social and Human Service AssistantsSOC 21-1093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $40,530U.S. $45,930 | $40,040 | 980 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.4% |
| Recreation WorkersSOC 39-9032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $32,700U.S. $36,560 | $32,560 | 970 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Human Resources AssistantSOC 43-4161 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,490U.S. $50,610 | $48,940 | 960 | Associate's degree | -6.2% |
| Healthcare Social WorkerSOC 21-1022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,430U.S. $67,880 | $65,930 | 950 | Master's degree | +8.5% |
| Physicians, All OtherSOC 29-1229 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $388,960U.S. $265,930 | $379,900 | 950 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesSOC 33-1012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $79,050U.S. $106,040 | $80,420 | 940 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersSOC 51-6011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $31,560U.S. $34,890 | $32,420 | 940 | No formal educational credential | +4.3% |
| Loan OfficerSOC 13-2072 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $63,250U.S. $76,690 | $75,860 | 930 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,470U.S. $51,610 | $49,310 | 930 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Industrial Production ManagerSOC 11-3051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $118,120U.S. $126,060 | $127,050 | 910 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersSOC 41-1012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $81,120U.S. $87,520 | $94,400 | 900 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.5% |
| Radiology TechSOC 29-2034 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $66,320U.S. $80,110 | $70,680 | 890 | Associate's degree | +5.0% |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsSOC 53-7081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,470U.S. $49,690 | $44,720 | 890 | No formal educational credential | +2.1% |
| Executive AssistantSOC 43-6011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $63,610U.S. $76,590 | $68,620 | 870 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| EMTSOC 29-2042 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,620U.S. $44,470 | $40,770 | 860 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.8% |
| Financial AnalystSOC 13-2051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,180U.S. $102,740 | $117,310 | 850 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| ZookeeperSOC 39-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $31,070U.S. $35,360 | $33,910 | 850 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
| Food ServerSOC 35-3041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $31,080U.S. $35,360 | $32,430 | 820 | No formal educational credential | +4.5% |
| Property ManagerSOC 11-9141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,200U.S. $69,990 | $70,920 | 810 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| ParamedicSOC 29-2043 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $66,830U.S. $60,600 | $65,260 | 810 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.7% |
| Physical TherapistSOC 29-1123 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $100,000U.S. $102,760 | $97,990 | 800 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.9% |
| Financial AdvisorSOC 13-2052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $100,120U.S. $105,070 | $184,300 | 790 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| System AdministratorSOC 15-1244 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $89,250U.S. $99,130 | $92,530 | 780 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Civil EngineerSOC 17-2051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $96,100U.S. $100,840 | $100,460 | 780 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Gambling DealersSOC 39-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $25,180U.S. $34,320 | $32,190 | 780 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherSOC 43-9199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $41,660U.S. $45,670 | $42,440 | 780 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.3% |
| Amusement and Recreation AttendantsSOC 39-3091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $27,430U.S. $32,150 | $27,530 | 770 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| HR ManagerSOC 11-3121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $138,560U.S. $149,280 | $151,250 | 760 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Food Service ManagerSOC 11-9051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $64,510U.S. $69,390 | $73,400 | 760 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Instructional DesignerSOC 25-9031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $73,110U.S. $77,440 | $72,580 | 750 | Master's degree | +1.6% |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherSOC 25-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $65,420U.S. $50,890 | $62,740 | 750 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Court, Municipal, and License ClerksSOC 43-4031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $40,510U.S. $48,700 | $44,030 | 720 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersSOC 25-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $35,180U.S. $46,800 | $40,140 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Shuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSOC 53-3053 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,320U.S. $37,290 | $38,330 | 710 | No formal educational credential | +7.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersSOC 37-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $46,850U.S. $49,100 | $51,630 | 700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsSOC 51-9161 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,270U.S. $50,690 | $58,790 | 690 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.4% |
| CEOSOC 11-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $196,680U.S. $213,990 | $254,350 | 680 | Bachelor's degree | +3.2% |
| Vet AssistantSOC 31-9096 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,990U.S. $38,150 | $36,700 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.1% |
| Construction ManagerSOC 11-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $107,710U.S. $114,990 | $117,380 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| TutorSOC 25-3041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $49,640U.S. $43,350 | $53,080 | 670 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| Public Relations SpecialistSOC 27-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,000U.S. $74,750 | $67,740 | 670 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Respiratory TherapistSOC 29-1126 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $66,460U.S. $82,280 | $71,510 | 670 | Associate's degree | +8.5% |
| Psychiatric TechnicianSOC 29-2053 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,210U.S. $45,130 | $41,550 | 670 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +22.3% |
| Medical CoderSOC 29-2072 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,100U.S. $51,140 | $59,320 | 660 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.8% |
| Dental HygienistSOC 29-1292 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,580U.S. $98,100 | $86,210 | 650 | Associate's degree | +8.0% |
| Pest Control TechnicianSOC 37-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,860U.S. $45,250 | $42,980 | 650 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Loan Interviewers and ClerksSOC 43-4131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $45,010U.S. $50,020 | $47,190 | 650 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.4% |
| PhlebotomistSOC 31-9097 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,480U.S. $45,230 | $41,070 | 640 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.8% |
| Information and Record Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-4199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,320U.S. $49,500 | $46,850 | 640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSOC 49-2098 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $57,000U.S. $60,070 | $56,420 | 640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| BakerSOC 51-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $33,400U.S. $37,160 | $32,980 | 640 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Cost EstimatorSOC 13-1051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $76,660U.S. $78,740 | $81,930 | 630 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Network EngineerSOC 15-1241 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $126,400U.S. $134,050 | $124,390 | 630 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Surgical TechSOC 29-2055 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $61,150U.S. $64,650 | $60,050 | 630 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksSOC 43-9041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,630U.S. $49,230 | $48,790 | 630 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Graphic DesignerSOC 27-1024 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,000U.S. $62,960 | $65,970 | 590 | Bachelor's degree | -1.7% |
| Cooks, Short OrderSOC 35-2015 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,880U.S. $35,880 | $31,080 | 590 | No formal educational credential | -5.2% |
| PainterSOC 47-2141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,620U.S. $49,400 | $45,500 | 590 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersSOC 33-1091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,830U.S. $55,940 | $60,420 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingSOC 43-5111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $44,110U.S. $46,380 | $45,730 | 580 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.8% |
| Home InspectorSOC 47-4011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $59,750U.S. $74,690 | $62,680 | 570 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherSOC 49-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $47,840U.S. $49,230 | $53,350 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-9151 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $84,930U.S. $80,390 | $92,680 | 550 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Residential AdvisorsSOC 39-9041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $36,430U.S. $42,240 | $39,880 | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Data Entry ClerkSOC 43-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $41,270U.S. $41,340 | $42,600 | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | -25.5% |
| Food BatchmakersSOC 51-3092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $38,010U.S. $42,290 | $45,380 | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.5% |
| ChefSOC 35-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,230U.S. $62,470 | $68,660 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.6% |
| Order ClerksSOC 43-4151 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $40,770U.S. $46,170 | $41,300 | 540 | Some college, no degree | -17.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersSOC 33-1021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $82,320U.S. $93,530 | $76,480 | 530 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksSOC 43-3051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,420U.S. $58,260 | $54,270 | 520 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.9% |
| Automotive Body and Related RepairersSOC 49-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $48,680U.S. $54,890 | $55,250 | 520 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersSOC 47-2051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $50,030U.S. $57,020 | $50,350 | 510 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| Medical Equipment RepairersSOC 49-9062 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,530U.S. $61,660 | $56,050 | 510 | Associate's degree | +12.6% |
| Chemical Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $52,440U.S. $58,040 | $53,470 | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersSOC 49-9098 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $39,700U.S. $39,630 | $41,850 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Printing Press OperatorsSOC 51-5112 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $43,450U.S. $45,780 | $44,660 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.7% |
| Financial Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-2099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,090U.S. $81,100 | $80,720 | 490 | Bachelor's degree | +4.1% |
| Cyber Security AnalystSOC 15-1212 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,370U.S. $129,180 | $106,830 | 490 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
| Physical Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,560U.S. $68,380 | $64,000 | 490 | Associate's degree | +23.0% |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,050U.S. $48,990 | $48,570 | 490 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| Tire Repairers and ChangersSOC 49-3093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,360U.S. $37,710 | $39,470 | 480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Helpers--Production WorkersSOC 51-9198 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,240U.S. $39,070 | $40,720 | 480 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.2% |
| Real Estate AgentSOC 41-9022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,490U.S. $52,830 | $58,560 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9196 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,140U.S. $50,270 | $51,700 | 470 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.6% |
| Event PlannerSOC 13-1121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,500U.S. $61,160 | $58,520 | 460 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Engineers, All OtherSOC 17-2199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,860U.S. $122,930 | $93,980 | 460 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Speech PathologistSOC 29-1127 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $86,120U.S. $97,870 | $86,200 | 460 | Master's degree | +16.6% |
| LifeguardSOC 33-9092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $27,260U.S. $33,580 | $26,820 | 460 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherSOC 35-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,530U.S. $35,840 | $36,230 | 460 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Helpers--ElectriciansSOC 47-3013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,420U.S. $42,670 | $40,610 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesSOC 49-3042 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,670U.S. $65,510 | $64,030 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.7% |
| Facilities ManagerSOC 11-3013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,610U.S. $106,660 | $118,590 | 450 | Bachelor's degree | +4.6% |
| Claims AdjusterSOC 13-1031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,850U.S. $78,000 | $80,980 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.5% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSOC 25-2032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,500U.S. $66,270 | $65,700 | 450 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Crossing Guards and FlaggersSOC 33-9091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,610U.S. $38,100 | $32,570 | 450 | No formal educational credential | +3.5% |
| Bill and Account CollectorsSOC 43-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,820U.S. $47,030 | $46,610 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSOC 43-6012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,380U.S. $55,570 | $49,570 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Butchers and Meat CuttersSOC 51-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,260U.S. $40,140 | $39,120 | 450 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersSOC 49-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,160U.S. $63,890 | $66,970 | 440 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.3% |
| Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,880U.S. $46,330 | $42,000 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Aircraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,620U.S. $40,450 | $52,560 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.6% |
| Transportation Workers, All OtherSOC 53-6099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,870U.S. $45,650 | $52,530 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Sewing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-6031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $33,990U.S. $36,670 | $34,000 | 430 | No formal educational credential | -15.1% |
| FundraiserSOC 13-1131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,060U.S. $72,550 | $71,240 | 420 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1194 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,670U.S. $63,820 | $62,360 | 420 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| LibrarianSOC 25-4022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,820U.S. $68,270 | $64,150 | 420 | Master's degree | +2.6% |
| Occupational TherapistSOC 29-1122 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,960U.S. $100,330 | $98,130 | 420 | Master's degree | +14.8% |
| UsherSOC 39-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $26,280U.S. $32,910 | $28,430 | 420 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All OtherSOC 53-3099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,600U.S. $37,180 | $36,960 | 420 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,220U.S. $35,670 | $33,890 | 420 | No formal educational credential | +3.8% |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsSOC 13-1141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,630U.S. $78,210 | $80,630 | 410 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Data ScientistSOC 15-2051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,220U.S. $120,230 | $110,110 | 410 | Bachelor's degree | +34.6% |
| Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsSOC 19-5011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,990U.S. $90,150 | $83,940 | 410 | Bachelor's degree | +18.5% |
| DispatcherSOC 43-5031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,820U.S. $53,040 | $55,030 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| File ClerksSOC 43-4071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,000U.S. $43,600 | $43,660 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.8% |
| Education Administrators, PostsecondarySOC 11-9033 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,080U.S. $104,590 | $137,410 | 390 | Master's degree | +1.8% |
| Mechanical EngineerSOC 17-2141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $104,110U.S. $104,110 | $106,490 | 390 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| Ultrasound TechSOC 29-2032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,930U.S. $96,590 | $81,590 | 390 | Associate's degree | +13.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersSOC 39-1022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,360U.S. $48,590 | $52,930 | 390 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and FittersSOC 51-2041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,290U.S. $51,330 | $52,630 | 390 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersSOC 21-1023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,810U.S. $60,280 | $52,980 | 380 | Master's degree | +10.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersSOC 37-1012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,330U.S. $58,430 | $58,010 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Conveyor Operators and TendersSOC 53-7011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,100U.S. $42,420 | $41,730 | 380 | No formal educational credential | -2.6% |
| Highway Maintenance WorkersSOC 47-4051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,710U.S. $50,260 | $40,070 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,600U.S. $47,180 | $42,780 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Family Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1215 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $256,240U.S. $244,180 | $344,940 | 360 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| Nail TechSOC 39-5092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,280U.S. $35,760 | $35,340 | 360 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +9.2% |
| RooferSOC 47-2181 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,480U.S. $55,440 | $47,960 | 360 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherSOC 29-2099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,510U.S. $50,290 | $51,950 | 350 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9124 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,480U.S. $48,250 | $53,000 | 350 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| General Internal Medicine PhysiciansSOC 29-1216 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $298,620U.S. $256,560 | $227,630 | 340 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| TelemarketerSOC 41-9041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,700U.S. $35,450 | $32,330 | 340 | No formal educational credential | -21.4% |
| LinemanSOC 49-9051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,150U.S. $95,320 | $89,240 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.3% |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersSOC 49-9052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,640U.S. $74,330 | $64,650 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| ArchitectSOC 17-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $93,970U.S. $99,280 | $97,220 | 330 | Bachelor's degree | +4.3% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSOC 21-1099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,870U.S. $56,730 | $51,730 | 330 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Medical TranscriptionistSOC 31-9094 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,470U.S. $40,410 | $43,860 | 330 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.4% |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanSOC 43-4111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,610U.S. $45,920 | $42,970 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersSOC 51-3022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,190U.S. $38,300 | $33,290 | 330 | No formal educational credential | +5.7% |
| Biological TechnicianSOC 19-4021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,840U.S. $57,510 | $51,820 | 320 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsSOC 15-1231 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,720U.S. $76,220 | $76,440 | 310 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Social Workers, All OtherSOC 21-1029 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,680U.S. $71,900 | $67,230 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-1199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,310U.S. $77,640 | $72,310 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| VeterinarianSOC 29-1131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $125,130U.S. $130,100 | $133,850 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.4% |
| Private InvestigatorSOC 33-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,680U.S. $51,220 | $78,160 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Sheet Metal WorkerSOC 47-2211 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,780U.S. $61,800 | $60,700 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3026 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,070U.S. $66,120 | $63,540 | 300 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1072 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,380U.S. $80,250 | $82,300 | 300 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| Kindergarten TeacherSOC 25-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,780U.S. $62,680 | $54,280 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Special Education TeacherSOC 25-2058 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,500U.S. $74,260 | $62,730 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Physician AssistantSOC 29-1071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $121,900U.S. $135,880 | $120,440 | 290 | Master's degree | +21.1% |
| Food Processing Workers, All OtherSOC 51-3099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,170U.S. $39,680 | $43,310 | 290 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Bus DriverSOC 53-3052 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,580U.S. $59,050 | $48,950 | 290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| DentistSOC 29-1021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $238,040U.S. $170,950 | $208,090 | 280 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.7% |
| Sterile Processing TechnicianSOC 31-9093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,480U.S. $47,700 | $47,170 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.8% |
| DetectiveSOC 33-3021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,920U.S. $93,790 | $90,870 | 280 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Credit AnalystSOC 13-2041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,890U.S. $83,510 | $83,390 | 270 | Bachelor's degree | -4.3% |
| Probation OfficerSOC 21-1092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,010U.S. $66,270 | $56,370 | 270 | Bachelor's degree | +3.0% |
| MRI TechSOC 29-2035 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,790U.S. $95,480 | $81,100 | 270 | Associate's degree | +7.7% |
| Ophthalmic Medical TechniciansSOC 29-2057 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,630U.S. $45,570 | $42,810 | 270 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +21.4% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services WorkersSOC 39-1013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,120U.S. $63,820 | $66,490 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,460U.S. $60,020 | $58,660 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Vet TechSOC 29-2056 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,710U.S. $47,380 | $43,090 | 260 | Associate's degree | +9.4% |
| Database AdministratorSOC 15-1242 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $92,680U.S. $104,620 | $95,440 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Electrical EngineerSOC 17-2071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $112,870U.S. $120,630 | $119,170 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2028 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,510U.S. $45,850 | $48,240 | 250 | n/a | n/a |
| Purchasing ManagerSOC 11-3061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $156,830U.S. $148,080 | $167,790 | 240 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Property Appraisers and AssessorsSOC 13-2020 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,860U.S. $67,960 | $72,970 | 240 | n/a | n/a |
| UX DesignerSOC 15-1255 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,460U.S. $104,000 | $73,630 | 240 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,850U.S. $78,190 | $72,390 | 240 | Associate's degree | +2.4% |
| Producers and DirectorsSOC 27-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,440U.S. $90,360 | $70,050 | 240 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Pharmacy AidesSOC 31-9095 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,720U.S. $37,680 | $32,740 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| IronworkerSOC 47-2221 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,390U.S. $62,780 | $55,320 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,050U.S. $48,220 | $45,940 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.0% |
| Tax PreparerSOC 13-2082 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,410U.S. $54,920 | $43,420 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.7% |
| Budget AnalystSOC 13-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $93,450U.S. $91,640 | $95,990 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Rehabilitation CounselorSOC 21-1015 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,310U.S. $46,850 | $45,320 | 220 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Business Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,180U.S. $99,080 | $113,970 | 220 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Interior DesignerSOC 27-1025 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,600U.S. $67,190 | $60,880 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,320U.S. $74,310 | $64,630 | 220 | Associate's degree | +3.7% |
| OpticianSOC 29-2081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,620U.S. $47,260 | $49,320 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSOC 39-1014 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,680U.S. $48,560 | $44,770 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Postal Service ClerksSOC 43-5051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,610U.S. $62,130 | $61,980 | 220 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Maintenance WorkerSOC 49-9043 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,470U.S. $60,850 | $64,850 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-9121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $155,420U.S. $167,220 | $163,240 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +8.2% |
| Architectural and Civil DraftersSOC 17-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,090U.S. $66,150 | $69,290 | 210 | Associate's degree | +5.2% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherSOC 19-4099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,330U.S. $62,280 | $73,690 | 210 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| NutritionistSOC 29-1031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,310U.S. $76,400 | $73,850 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,040U.S. $42,540 | $53,130 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.0% |
| Tour and Travel GuidesSOC 39-7010 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,100U.S. $38,120 | $37,280 | 210 | n/a | n/a |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksSOC 43-4181 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,880U.S. $44,390 | $50,660 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersSOC 49-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,740U.S. $47,810 | $47,060 | 210 | Some college, no degree | -3.0% |
| Chemical TechnicianSOC 19-4031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,390U.S. $60,390 | $60,470 | 200 | Associate's degree | +4.9% |
| CRNASOC 29-1151 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $243,240U.S. $236,590 | $228,640 | 200 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsSOC 47-2071 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,120U.S. $53,340 | $45,520 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, WoodSOC 51-7041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,560U.S. $42,770 | $41,090 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.0% |
| Commercial PilotSOC 53-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $122,420U.S. $123,220 | $135,300 | 200 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.2% |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,990U.S. $64,950 | $62,550 | 190 | Associate's degree | +3.2% |
| OrderliesSOC 31-1132 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,140U.S. $38,290 | $33,060 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersSOC 47-3015 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,510U.S. $42,360 | $40,590 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSOC 49-2094 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,700U.S. $74,090 | $68,270 | 190 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +0.3% |
| MillwrightsSOC 49-9044 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,930U.S. $65,700 | $61,470 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,270U.S. $41,590 | $47,990 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Parking AttendantsSOC 53-6021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,130U.S. $35,150 | $30,160 | 190 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Training and Development ManagersSOC 11-3131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $126,980U.S. $133,000 | $142,160 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Web DeveloperSOC 15-1254 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,690U.S. $92,650 | $83,730 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Operations Research AnalystSOC 15-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $83,120U.S. $88,940 | $94,270 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +11.9% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,990U.S. $78,620 | $85,560 | 180 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Audio and Video TechniciansSOC 27-4011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,170U.S. $58,100 | $53,420 | 180 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersSOC 33-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,480U.S. $77,970 | $68,600 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 39-3099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,710U.S. $32,640 | $29,780 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| EstheticianSOC 39-5094 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,010U.S. $45,330 | $42,080 | 180 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +8.8% |
| Sales and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 41-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,550U.S. $48,280 | $52,780 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4072 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,340U.S. $44,350 | $43,560 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-4122 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,840U.S. $47,920 | $47,630 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.9% |
| QA TesterSOC 15-1253 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,040U.S. $104,300 | $93,440 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Surveying and Mapping TechniciansSOC 17-3031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,890U.S. $54,240 | $56,050 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Clinical PsychologistSOC 19-3033 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,870U.S. $100,580 | $78,000 | 170 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.7% |
| WriterSOC 27-3043 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,480U.S. $76,910 | $63,350 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Transportation Security ScreenersSOC 33-9093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,110U.S. $66,770 | $60,970 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.2% |
| GlazierSOC 47-2121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,100U.S. $57,080 | $49,300 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,620U.S. $56,550 | $52,630 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.7% |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingSOC 51-7042 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,340U.S. $43,380 | $37,600 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Machine Feeders and OffbearersSOC 53-7063 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,200U.S. $41,220 | $48,450 | 170 | No formal educational credential | -13.1% |
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareSOC 11-9031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,320U.S. $59,300 | $59,440 | 160 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Community Health WorkerSOC 21-1094 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,340U.S. $51,850 | $41,270 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.7% |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1123 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,400U.S. $78,760 | $71,000 | 160 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Massage TherapistSOC 31-9011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,320U.S. $58,450 | $52,400 | 160 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +15.3% |
| School Bus MonitorsSOC 33-9094 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $27,250U.S. $35,100 | $31,010 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationSOC 37-3012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,290U.S. $46,340 | $43,290 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Advertising Sales AgentsSOC 41-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,560U.S. $64,820 | $52,290 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseSOC 45-2092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $31,200U.S. $35,660 | $33,390 | 160 | No formal educational credential | -2.4% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherSOC 29-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,270U.S. $65,790 | $70,120 | 150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.1% |
| Occupational Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,010U.S. $72,300 | $67,710 | 150 | Associate's degree | +21.5% |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All OtherSOC 31-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,440U.S. $48,430 | $52,050 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| New Accounts ClerksSOC 43-4141 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,750U.S. $47,670 | $52,990 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.5% |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorSOC 49-9012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,350U.S. $74,340 | $66,460 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4033 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,320U.S. $46,550 | $51,900 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.8% |
| Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,290U.S. $45,760 | $49,110 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Labor Relations SpecialistsSOC 13-1075 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,470U.S. $95,420 | $81,570 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| Biomedical EngineerSOC 17-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $106,470U.S. $109,370 | $124,490 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | +7.6% |
| School PsychologistSOC 19-3034 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,390U.S. $95,990 | $83,500 | 140 | Master's degree | +0.8% |
| PastorSOC 21-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,240U.S. $60,810 | $60,220 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1042 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,620U.S. $84,620 | $105,300 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.3% |
| Physical Therapist AidesSOC 31-2022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,780U.S. $35,240 | $34,060 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersSOC 47-2081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,100U.S. $58,930 | $49,240 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallSOC 47-2131 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,270U.S. $49,120 | $49,350 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsSOC 49-3053 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,940U.S. $47,880 | $49,730 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,950U.S. $47,720 | $47,670 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Print Binding and Finishing WorkersSOC 51-5113 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,120U.S. $42,290 | $38,510 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.5% |
| UnderwriterSOC 13-2053 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,160U.S. $81,370 | $80,960 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | -3.8% |
| Aerospace EngineerSOC 17-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $129,830U.S. $134,960 | $132,410 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +8.3% |
| MeteorologistSOC 19-2021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,950U.S. $99,070 | $90,620 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| Environmental ScientistSOC 19-2041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,320U.S. $82,220 | $86,230 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Counselors, All OtherSOC 21-1019 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,600U.S. $50,860 | $51,400 | 130 | Master's degree | +5.9% |
| Title ExaminerSOC 23-2093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,810U.S. $58,650 | $51,820 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.1% |
| Psychology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1066 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,190U.S. $80,340 | $91,320 | 130 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2057 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,270U.S. $66,810 | $59,170 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Funeral AttendantsSOC 39-4021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,900U.S. $35,680 | $31,900 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Gambling Change Persons and Booth CashiersSOC 41-2012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,760U.S. $36,220 | $34,590 | 130 | No formal educational credential | -1.9% |
| Library AssistantSOC 43-4121 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,270U.S. $36,910 | $33,040 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.4% |
| Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceSOC 43-9051 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,100U.S. $39,280 | $38,850 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Dental Laboratory TechnicianSOC 51-9081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,590U.S. $49,610 | $54,250 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.9% |
| Public Relations ManagerSOC 11-2032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $141,340U.S. $146,910 | $150,570 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Compensation and Benefits ManagersSOC 11-3111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $133,150U.S. $149,230 | $145,450 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Lodging ManagersSOC 11-9081 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,050U.S. $69,250 | $83,170 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Database ArchitectSOC 15-1243 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $124,080U.S. $139,500 | $117,950 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +9.4% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3029 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,430U.S. $78,350 | $61,280 | 120 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| ChemistSOC 19-2031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,980U.S. $91,240 | $84,480 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansSOC 19-5012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,740U.S. $61,560 | $59,920 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $72,100U.S. $79,940 | $77,430 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Library TechniciansSOC 25-4031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,400U.S. $44,580 | $34,980 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -6.4% |
| Floral DesignerSOC 27-1023 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,580U.S. $37,360 | $38,800 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| EditorSOC 27-3041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,420U.S. $77,920 | $65,500 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | -1.1% |
| PediatricianSOC 29-1221 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $168,200U.S. $210,040 | $232,680 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| Insulation Workers, MechanicalSOC 47-2132 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,900U.S. $58,340 | $46,050 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Tool and Die MakersSOC 51-4111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,760U.S. $64,050 | $62,110 | 120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -9.2% |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All OtherSOC 51-4199 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,730U.S. $45,950 | $46,770 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.1% |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersSOC 51-7011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,030U.S. $46,680 | $46,580 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Power Plant OperatorSOC 51-8013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,080U.S. $102,040 | $104,310 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.1% |
| Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and GaugersSOC 51-8093 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,730U.S. $96,710 | $90,110 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Passenger AttendantsSOC 53-6061 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $27,380U.S. $37,720 | $27,790 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.0% |
| Computer ProgrammerSOC 15-1251 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,970U.S. $100,390 | $83,180 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Mechanical DraftersSOC 17-3013 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,330U.S. $71,550 | $65,930 | 110 | Associate's degree | -6.0% |
| Health EducatorSOC 21-1091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,630U.S. $64,070 | $67,380 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| PhotographerSOC 27-4021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,510U.S. $44,660 | $45,170 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| OptometristSOC 29-1041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $129,080U.S. $136,570 | $118,450 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.5% |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsSOC 29-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,040U.S. $68,020 | $57,580 | 110 | Associate's degree | +15.9% |
| ConciergesSOC 39-6012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,020U.S. $38,950 | $35,370 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Personal Care and Service Workers, All OtherSOC 39-9099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,970U.S. $41,600 | $33,320 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.9% |
| Switchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceSOC 43-2011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,940U.S. $38,630 | $37,030 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -26.0% |
| Recreational Vehicle Service TechniciansSOC 49-3092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,730U.S. $52,000 | $52,220 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.7% |
| Home Appliance RepairersSOC 49-9031 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,660U.S. $50,990 | $51,390 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Gas Plant OperatorsSOC 51-8092 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,560U.S. $87,820 | $78,750 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,770U.S. $48,540 | $47,100 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9032 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,490U.S. $46,570 | $52,880 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $54,200U.S. $58,170 | $55,550 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| Crane OperatorSOC 53-7021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,600U.S. $68,080 | $59,310 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Education Administrators, All OtherSOC 11-9039 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $94,560U.S. $95,200 | $109,570 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +1.6% |
| Financial Risk SpecialistsSOC 13-2054 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $88,910U.S. $117,330 | $105,470 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| SurveyorSOC 17-1022 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,060U.S. $75,440 | $78,830 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSOC 25-3099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,110U.S. $66,140 | $55,560 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Creative DirectorSOC 27-1011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $89,860U.S. $114,850 | $99,340 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +4.2% |
| Athletic TrainerSOC 29-9091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,000U.S. $62,520 | $51,730 | 100 | Master's degree | +12.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-1099 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $96,100U.S. $76,400 | $96,240 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Agricultural Equipment OperatorsSOC 45-2091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,070U.S. $41,730 | $37,330 | 100 | No formal educational credential | +8.6% |
| Helpers--CarpentersSOC 47-3012 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,470U.S. $43,780 | $40,260 | 100 | No formal educational credential | -1.7% |
| Hazardous Materials Removal WorkersSOC 47-4041 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,460U.S. $49,450 | $49,270 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Prepress Technicians and WorkersSOC 51-5111 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,790U.S. $48,690 | $49,660 | 100 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -15.3% |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsSOC 51-6021 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $28,130U.S. $35,060 | $28,890 | 100 | No formal educational credential | -15.7% |
| Chemical Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8091 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,370U.S. $78,120 | $60,070 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical TechniciansSOC 53-3011 · Memphis, TN-MS-AR · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,730U.S. $35,450 | $37,000 | 100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
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Geography
What area these numbers cover
- Search label
- Memphis, TN
- BLS source geography
- Memphis, TN-MS-AR
- Geography type
- Metropolitan Statistical Area
- CBSA code
- 32820
- States
- Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas
- Delineation
- OMB Bulletin 23-01, as used by BLS OEWS May 2025
FAQ
Common questions
What are the highest-paying jobs in Memphis, TN?
In the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan area (CBSA 32820), BLS OEWS counted 611,670 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $46,890 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Physicians, All Other ($388,960), CEO ($196,680), IT Manager ($161,790).
Is this the city or the metro area?
BLS reports occupational wages for the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 32820), which includes Memphis and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Memphis city limits. It spans Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas.
Are these job openings?
No. OEWS employment counts people working in each occupation across the metro in May 2025, not vacancies or hiring.
Method
How this page is built
BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates for every detailed occupation with 100+ jobs in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 32820). Medians and means are OEWS fields; employment counts people working in the occupation (excluding the self-employed), not openings. Typical entry education and outlook are BLS national Employment Projections. Suppressed values are shown as not published and never imputed. Searches this page answers include “careers in memphis tn”, “high paying jobs memphis tn”, “high paying jobs in memphis” (Ahrefs, U.S.).
What this page can't tell you
Sources- City limits: BLS publishes metro-area estimates.
- Job openings or hiring: employment is the number of people working.
- Local outlook: projections shown are national.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 metropolitan-area estimates (2018 SOC; metropolitan statistical areas per OMB Bulletin 23-01), public domain.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, national occupational projections 2025–35 (no metro projections are published in this dataset).
- U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities, 2024 (released February 19, 2026).