Local career market · BLS OEWS May 2025 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
Careers in Nashville, TN: pay and employment for 528 occupations.
BLS reports occupational wages for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 34980), which includes Nashville, Davidson, Murfreesboro and Franklin and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Nashville city limits.
Quick answer
In the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan area (CBSA 34980), BLS OEWS counted 1,099,300 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $50,390 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Physicians, All Other ($295,640), CEO ($218,190), IT Manager ($165,970). The largest occupations are Material Handler (33,120), Fast Food and Counter Workers (28,680), Sales Associate (28,580).
Data Separately, BEA puts 2024 price levels across the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan area at 96.3 (U.S. = 100): prices for the average consumer are about 4% below the national level. That is context, not an adjusted salary. Cost of living in Nashville, TN.
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$295,640 median · 2,490 employed
- CEO$218,190 median · 1,730 employed
- IT Manager$165,970 median · 5,640 employed
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$159,720 median · 1,060 employed
- Financial Manager$156,860 median · 7,400 employed
- Lawyer$142,540 median · 3,990 employed
- Purchasing Manager$140,410 median · 570 employed
- Pharmacist$137,590 median · 2,630 employed
- Marketing Manager$135,370 median · 3,290 employed
- HR Manager$135,230 median · 1,840 employed
Largest occupations
- Material Handler33,120 employed · $39,790 median
- Fast Food and Counter Workers28,680 employed · $29,150 median
- Sales Associate28,580 employed · $34,420 median
- Registered Nurse25,100 employed · $84,040 median
- Operations Manager23,820 employed · $119,990 median
- Customer Service Representative20,770 employed · $45,510 median
- Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators20,770 employed · $56,400 median
- Stocker20,090 employed · $38,190 median
- Server19,490 employed · $29,390 median
- Truck Driver18,860 employed · $60,630 median
Highest-paying without a bachelor's degree
BLS typical entry-level education (national).
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$103,750 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$97,860 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$94,420 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Lineman$83,230 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$80,720 median · Postsecondary nondegree award
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$78,830 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Detective$78,460 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Claims Adjuster$78,030 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$76,680 median · High school diploma or equivalent
- Executive Assistant$73,700 median · High school diploma or equivalent
Salary pages
Detailed pay for popular careers in Nashville, TN
CRNA$211,450 medianDental Hygienist$94,030 medianNurse Practitioner$122,320 medianMedical Assistant$44,620 medianLPN$61,940 medianSurgical Tech$63,120 medianProject Manager$85,990 medianParalegal$60,800 medianBartender$28,190 medianRegistered Nurse$84,040 medianElectrician$63,340 medianPhysical Therapist$103,380 medianDental Assistant$48,540 medianPharmacy Technician$45,950 medianExecutive Assistant$73,700 medianRadiology Tech$76,450 medianAnesthesiologist$328,840 medianDentist$215,290 medianPhlebotomist$44,240 medianPhysician Assistant$129,050 medianCNA$39,510 medianRespiratory Therapist$78,700 medianAccountant$78,080 medianMRI Tech$82,470 medianHR Manager$135,230 median
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All 528 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 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $39,790U.S. $40,240 | $41,440 | 33,120 | No formal educational credential | +1.8% |
| Fast Food and Counter WorkersSOC 35-3023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $29,150U.S. $31,200 | $29,430 | 28,680 | No formal educational credential | +5.8% |
| Sales AssociateSOC 41-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,420U.S. $35,410 | $36,600 | 28,580 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Registered NurseSOC 29-1141 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $84,040U.S. $97,550 | $92,350 | 25,100 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Operations ManagerSOC 11-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $119,990U.S. $105,770 | $141,450 | 23,820 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Customer Service RepresentativeSOC 43-4051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,510U.S. $44,770 | $46,830 | 20,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.3% |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and FabricatorsSOC 51-2090 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $56,400U.S. $44,650 | $57,320 | 20,770 | n/a | n/a |
| StockerSOC 53-7065 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,190U.S. $37,330 | $39,350 | 20,090 | No formal educational credential | +8.9% |
| ServerSOC 35-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $29,390U.S. $35,230 | $31,580 | 19,490 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Truck DriverSOC 53-3032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,630U.S. $58,640 | $62,410 | 18,860 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.8% |
| CashierSOC 41-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $30,570U.S. $32,880 | $30,960 | 18,270 | No formal educational credential | -6.5% |
| Office ManagerSOC 43-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $73,060U.S. $69,500 | $76,340 | 17,890 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.1% |
| Office Clerks, GeneralSOC 43-9061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $43,860U.S. $45,010 | $44,990 | 16,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| BookkeeperSOC 43-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,810U.S. $50,670 | $53,720 | 13,790 | Some college, no degree | -5.6% |
| Medical SecretarySOC 43-6013 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,570U.S. $45,930 | $45,970 | 12,970 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Administrative AssistantSOC 43-6014 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,000U.S. $47,540 | $49,890 | 12,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.0% |
| Delivery DriverSOC 53-3033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,970U.S. $44,860 | $49,390 | 11,940 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| AccountantSOC 13-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,080U.S. $83,680 | $84,930 | 11,290 | Bachelor's degree | +5.0% |
| Maintenance TechnicianSOC 49-9071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,780U.S. $49,590 | $50,960 | 11,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Security GuardSOC 33-9032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,010U.S. $38,020 | $40,010 | 10,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Line CookSOC 35-2014 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,170U.S. $37,390 | $39,040 | 10,420 | No formal educational credential | +12.1% |
| JanitorSOC 37-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,130U.S. $36,840 | $37,130 | 9,940 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Home Health and Personal Care AidesSOC 31-1120 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,380U.S. $35,800 | $35,250 | 9,420 | n/a | n/a |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and TravelSOC 41-3091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,930U.S. $69,990 | $71,340 | 9,370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Construction WorkerSOC 47-2061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,190U.S. $47,120 | $46,700 | 9,170 | No formal educational credential | +7.3% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving WorkersSOC 35-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,630U.S. $44,080 | $47,490 | 8,950 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.4% |
| Elementary School TeacherSOC 25-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,460U.S. $63,970 | $64,250 | 8,400 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| RecruiterSOC 13-1071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $67,380U.S. $75,940 | $75,970 | 8,210 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Project ManagerSOC 13-1082 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $85,990U.S. $102,320 | $93,900 | 7,950 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,800U.S. $72,080 | $80,200 | 7,890 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Store ManagerSOC 41-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,990U.S. $48,520 | $56,640 | 7,860 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.7% |
| Software EngineerSOC 15-1252 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $126,610U.S. $135,980 | $124,600 | 7,750 | Bachelor's degree | +10.2% |
| CNASOC 31-1131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $39,510U.S. $42,260 | $41,160 | 7,420 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.6% |
| Financial ManagerSOC 11-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $156,860U.S. $166,570 | $178,230 | 7,400 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| HousekeeperSOC 37-2012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,200U.S. $35,510 | $33,570 | 7,100 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersSOC 47-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,830U.S. $79,920 | $82,030 | 6,510 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.0% |
| Managers, All OtherSOC 11-9199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $104,130U.S. $141,900 | $115,040 | 6,420 | Bachelor's degree | +4.9% |
| Food Preparation WorkersSOC 35-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,640U.S. $35,320 | $34,380 | 6,410 | No formal educational credential | -3.0% |
| Medical AssistantSOC 31-9092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,620U.S. $45,690 | $44,320 | 6,340 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +12.9% |
| Management ConsultantSOC 13-1111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,640U.S. $101,860 | $113,820 | 6,270 | Bachelor's degree | +10.1% |
| LandscaperSOC 37-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,910U.S. $39,150 | $40,410 | 6,270 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| ElectricianSOC 47-2111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,340U.S. $63,190 | $66,710 | 6,220 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.2% |
| High School TeacherSOC 25-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $64,710U.S. $72,040 | $66,390 | 6,080 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except PostsecondarySOC 25-9045 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $32,620U.S. $36,780 | $33,650 | 6,060 | n/a | n/a |
| Forklift OperatorSOC 53-7051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,600U.S. $46,420 | $45,740 | 6,000 | No formal educational credential | +1.5% |
| LPNSOC 29-2061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,940U.S. $64,400 | $60,510 | 5,650 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.0% |
| IT ManagerSOC 11-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $165,970U.S. $175,140 | $174,270 | 5,640 | Bachelor's degree | +15.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling SupervisorsSOC 53-1047 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,900U.S. $62,890 | $68,160 | 5,600 | n/a | n/a |
| Hospital AdministratorSOC 11-9111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $116,480U.S. $123,860 | $136,880 | 5,510 | Bachelor's degree | +24.2% |
| Marketing SpecialistSOC 13-1161 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $77,240U.S. $78,760 | $89,710 | 5,510 | Bachelor's degree | +7.0% |
| Daycare WorkerSOC 39-9011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,450U.S. $34,980 | $33,950 | 5,280 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.0% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersSOC 49-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $76,680U.S. $79,860 | $79,360 | 5,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| MechanicSOC 49-3023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $58,700U.S. $50,620 | $57,880 | 5,150 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsSOC 41-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,590U.S. $78,660 | $82,590 | 4,880 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory ClerksSOC 43-5071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,780U.S. $45,260 | $46,200 | 4,860 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Cooks, Fast FoodSOC 35-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,210U.S. $30,890 | $32,970 | 4,840 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Production Workers, All OtherSOC 51-9199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $40,510U.S. $40,110 | $44,650 | 4,790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Police OfficerSOC 33-3051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $68,780U.S. $76,210 | $69,200 | 4,730 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Sales ManagerSOC 11-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $131,600U.S. $148,270 | $150,230 | 4,700 | Bachelor's degree | +4.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersSOC 51-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $70,470U.S. $74,450 | $73,790 | 4,600 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Nurse PractitionerSOC 29-1171 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $122,320U.S. $132,300 | $118,990 | 4,540 | Master's degree | +41.0% |
| BartenderSOC 35-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $28,190U.S. $34,340 | $32,090 | 4,540 | No formal educational credential | +5.0% |
| Computer Systems AnalystSOC 15-1211 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $99,270U.S. $105,850 | $101,790 | 4,500 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| InspectorSOC 51-9061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,170U.S. $48,570 | $50,410 | 4,490 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Packers and Packagers, HandSOC 53-7064 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,000U.S. $36,280 | $36,120 | 4,350 | No formal educational credential | -5.0% |
| IT Support SpecialistSOC 15-1232 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $58,960U.S. $61,860 | $62,660 | 4,310 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| Production, Planning, and Expediting ClerksSOC 43-5061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $56,270U.S. $59,650 | $58,610 | 4,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.3% |
| HostSOC 35-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $28,800U.S. $31,200 | $29,700 | 4,110 | No formal educational credential | +3.4% |
| ReceptionistSOC 43-4171 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,810U.S. $38,010 | $37,570 | 4,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Business Operations Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-1199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $76,400U.S. $83,050 | $84,900 | 4,020 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Middle School TeacherSOC 25-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,090U.S. $64,370 | $63,800 | 4,010 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Computer Occupations, All OtherSOC 15-1299 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $81,310U.S. $116,580 | $90,090 | 3,990 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| LawyerSOC 23-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $142,540U.S. $159,670 | $172,980 | 3,990 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.7% |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender HelpersSOC 35-9011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $29,520U.S. $33,980 | $30,440 | 3,990 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Heavy Equipment OperatorSOC 47-2073 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $56,030U.S. $59,850 | $57,270 | 3,820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.6% |
| Buyers and Purchasing AgentsSOC 13-1020 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $68,130U.S. $77,710 | $74,210 | 3,660 | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC TechnicianSOC 49-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,270U.S. $61,010 | $61,140 | 3,500 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +10.9% |
| Driver/Sales WorkersSOC 53-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,190U.S. $38,770 | $41,920 | 3,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.9% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health CounselorsSOC 21-1018 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,810U.S. $59,350 | $56,340 | 3,440 | n/a | n/a |
| Claims AdjusterSOC 13-1031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,030U.S. $78,000 | $80,590 | 3,390 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.5% |
| Pharmacy TechnicianSOC 29-2052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,950U.S. $45,750 | $46,770 | 3,340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.4% |
| Industrial Machinery MechanicsSOC 49-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $70,030U.S. $64,520 | $70,190 | 3,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +17.8% |
| Marketing ManagerSOC 11-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $135,370U.S. $166,790 | $152,150 | 3,290 | Bachelor's degree | +6.9% |
| Substitute TeacherSOC 25-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $30,820U.S. $41,670 | $31,040 | 3,260 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| Administrative Services ManagersSOC 11-3012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $133,220U.S. $114,130 | $142,830 | 3,220 | Bachelor's degree | +5.2% |
| Compliance OfficerSOC 13-1041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,210U.S. $80,730 | $73,110 | 3,200 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Training SpecialistSOC 13-1151 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $66,130U.S. $69,280 | $73,980 | 3,160 | Bachelor's degree | +10.8% |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2010 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,060U.S. $62,930 | $66,100 | 3,050 | n/a | n/a |
| DishwasherSOC 35-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,380U.S. $34,810 | $34,180 | 3,050 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| CarpenterSOC 47-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $55,770U.S. $60,580 | $56,730 | 3,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific ProductsSOC 41-4011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $99,600U.S. $104,920 | $117,180 | 2,890 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Cooks, Institution and CafeteriaSOC 35-2012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,910U.S. $37,450 | $38,680 | 2,880 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and EquipmentSOC 53-7061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,760U.S. $35,830 | $37,710 | 2,790 | No formal educational credential | +3.9% |
| CosmetologistSOC 39-5012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,430U.S. $35,790 | $40,180 | 2,770 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.7% |
| PlumberSOC 47-2152 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,100U.S. $63,800 | $63,080 | 2,760 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Dental AssistantSOC 31-9091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,540U.S. $48,070 | $52,320 | 2,730 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.4% |
| Billing and Posting ClerksSOC 43-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,640U.S. $48,500 | $50,160 | 2,720 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.1% |
| Insurance AgentSOC 41-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $57,140U.S. $62,280 | $70,800 | 2,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| ParalegalSOC 23-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,800U.S. $62,890 | $65,140 | 2,660 | Associate's degree | -0.3% |
| PharmacistSOC 29-1051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $137,590U.S. $140,910 | $133,960 | 2,630 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.2% |
| WelderSOC 51-4121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,460U.S. $53,750 | $53,020 | 2,590 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| UX DesignerSOC 15-1255 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,510U.S. $104,000 | $66,130 | 2,500 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Physicians, All OtherSOC 29-1229 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $295,640U.S. $265,930 | $285,130 | 2,490 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| Construction ManagerSOC 11-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $122,190U.S. $114,990 | $130,470 | 2,460 | Bachelor's degree | +9.1% |
| Coaches and ScoutsSOC 27-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $39,170U.S. $47,320 | $54,500 | 2,460 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk ClerksSOC 43-4081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,710U.S. $35,070 | $34,010 | 2,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.8% |
| Executive AssistantSOC 43-6011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $73,700U.S. $76,590 | $74,980 | 2,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Financial AnalystSOC 13-2051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,490U.S. $102,740 | $95,780 | 2,380 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning WorkersSOC 51-6011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,070U.S. $34,890 | $34,290 | 2,380 | No formal educational credential | +4.3% |
| Counter and Rental ClerksSOC 41-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $39,890U.S. $41,300 | $43,280 | 2,370 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| ZookeeperSOC 39-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $32,810U.S. $35,360 | $35,810 | 2,300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.1% |
| Preschool TeacherSOC 25-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $34,510U.S. $38,140 | $43,530 | 2,290 | Associate's degree | +4.5% |
| Child, Family, and School Social WorkersSOC 21-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $55,630U.S. $59,550 | $56,940 | 2,240 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Food ServerSOC 35-3041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $33,830U.S. $35,360 | $35,250 | 2,240 | No formal educational credential | +4.5% |
| Healthcare Social WorkerSOC 21-1022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,040U.S. $67,880 | $64,710 | 2,210 | Master's degree | +8.5% |
| FirefighterSOC 33-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,300U.S. $59,280 | $53,290 | 2,170 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing ClerksSOC 43-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,720U.S. $49,230 | $48,000 | 2,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-9111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,380U.S. $43,220 | $49,590 | 2,140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Personal TrainerSOC 39-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,050U.S. $47,160 | $52,550 | 2,120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.3% |
| Civil EngineerSOC 17-2051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $98,650U.S. $100,840 | $104,980 | 2,090 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Correctional OfficerSOC 33-3012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,940U.S. $58,940 | $52,210 | 2,040 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Industrial Production ManagerSOC 11-3051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $118,440U.S. $126,060 | $129,920 | 2,000 | Bachelor's degree | +2.6% |
| Industrial EngineerSOC 17-2112 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $102,540U.S. $102,440 | $106,270 | 2,000 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| Parts SalespersonsSOC 41-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,090U.S. $38,630 | $41,620 | 2,000 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Property ManagerSOC 11-9141 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $68,590U.S. $69,990 | $79,150 | 1,970 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| School CounselorSOC 21-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,550U.S. $64,330 | $64,610 | 1,940 | Master's degree | +2.9% |
| Parking AttendantsSOC 53-6021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,400U.S. $35,150 | $30,340 | 1,930 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Mail CarrierSOC 43-5052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,010U.S. $60,550 | $61,850 | 1,890 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| School Bus DriverSOC 53-3051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,600U.S. $47,920 | $48,890 | 1,880 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Office and Administrative Support Workers, All OtherSOC 43-9199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $42,840U.S. $45,670 | $42,970 | 1,870 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.3% |
| PrincipalSOC 11-9032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $100,410U.S. $105,870 | $108,250 | 1,860 | Master's degree | -0.3% |
| HR ManagerSOC 11-3121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $135,230U.S. $149,280 | $149,320 | 1,840 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales WorkersSOC 41-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $97,860U.S. $87,520 | $102,380 | 1,840 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.5% |
| Producers and DirectorsSOC 27-2012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $79,590U.S. $90,360 | $83,700 | 1,830 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| System AdministratorSOC 15-1244 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $93,170U.S. $99,130 | $97,070 | 1,790 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| ChefSOC 35-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,420U.S. $62,470 | $75,580 | 1,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.6% |
| Diesel MechanicSOC 49-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,760U.S. $61,770 | $63,720 | 1,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Loan OfficerSOC 13-2072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,800U.S. $76,690 | $73,240 | 1,770 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| CEOSOC 11-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $218,190U.S. $213,990 | $262,270 | 1,730 | Bachelor's degree | +3.2% |
| Event PlannerSOC 13-1121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $52,000U.S. $61,160 | $54,480 | 1,730 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Financial AdvisorSOC 13-2052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $91,040U.S. $105,070 | $160,890 | 1,710 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| Instructional DesignerSOC 25-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,150U.S. $77,440 | $74,460 | 1,690 | Master's degree | +1.6% |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersSOC 11-3071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $103,750U.S. $107,230 | $117,000 | 1,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.1% |
| Food Service ManagerSOC 11-9051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $69,860U.S. $69,390 | $73,460 | 1,680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| BakerSOC 51-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,920U.S. $37,160 | $34,830 | 1,670 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Network EngineerSOC 15-1241 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $129,370U.S. $134,050 | $133,550 | 1,650 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| Medical CoderSOC 29-2072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,300U.S. $51,140 | $55,650 | 1,640 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +7.8% |
| Aircraft MechanicSOC 49-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $68,080U.S. $79,870 | $78,120 | 1,640 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| MachinistSOC 51-4041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,430U.S. $58,750 | $54,480 | 1,640 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Graphic DesignerSOC 27-1024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,370U.S. $62,960 | $65,950 | 1,590 | Bachelor's degree | -1.7% |
| LogisticianSOC 13-1081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $77,610U.S. $82,320 | $80,650 | 1,580 | Bachelor's degree | +17.6% |
| Cost EstimatorSOC 13-1051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $81,300U.S. $78,740 | $85,710 | 1,570 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Amusement and Recreation AttendantsSOC 39-3091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $28,820U.S. $32,150 | $30,240 | 1,550 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Dental HygienistSOC 29-1292 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $94,030U.S. $98,100 | $90,800 | 1,490 | Associate's degree | +8.0% |
| Cement Masons and Concrete FinishersSOC 47-2051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,810U.S. $57,020 | $50,910 | 1,490 | No formal educational credential | +1.6% |
| Cyber Security AnalystSOC 15-1212 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $129,180 | not published | 1,480 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
| Automotive Body and Related RepairersSOC 49-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,880U.S. $54,890 | $53,890 | 1,480 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window TrimmersSOC 27-1026 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,090U.S. $39,390 | $38,080 | 1,470 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.7% |
| Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksSOC 43-3051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $55,960U.S. $58,260 | $57,010 | 1,460 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.9% |
| Engineers, All OtherSOC 17-2199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $98,000U.S. $122,930 | $101,900 | 1,450 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Radiology TechSOC 29-2034 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $76,450U.S. $80,110 | $74,460 | 1,450 | Associate's degree | +5.0% |
| Bank TellerSOC 43-3071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,510U.S. $43,030 | $40,440 | 1,450 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Physical TherapistSOC 29-1123 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $103,380U.S. $102,760 | $100,180 | 1,400 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.9% |
| Psychiatric TechnicianSOC 29-2053 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,450U.S. $45,130 | $44,300 | 1,380 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +22.3% |
| TutorSOC 25-3041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,950U.S. $43,350 | $59,950 | 1,370 | Some college, no degree | -0.2% |
| Data ScientistSOC 15-2051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $103,020U.S. $120,230 | $109,590 | 1,360 | Bachelor's degree | +34.6% |
| Couriers and MessengersSOC 43-5021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,800U.S. $39,200 | $42,280 | 1,360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +8.0% |
| Public Relations SpecialistSOC 27-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,870U.S. $74,750 | $67,880 | 1,350 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| Human Resources AssistantSOC 43-4161 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,630U.S. $50,610 | $47,660 | 1,330 | Associate's degree | -6.2% |
| Helpers--ElectriciansSOC 47-3013 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,240U.S. $42,670 | $43,620 | 1,330 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherSOC 49-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,100U.S. $49,230 | $55,140 | 1,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Printing Press OperatorsSOC 51-5112 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,220U.S. $45,780 | $45,460 | 1,320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.7% |
| ParamedicSOC 29-2043 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,450U.S. $60,600 | $65,400 | 1,310 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.7% |
| Tire Repairers and ChangersSOC 49-3093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $36,680U.S. $37,710 | $38,740 | 1,310 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulanceSOC 43-5032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,680U.S. $50,340 | $52,140 | 1,290 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| MusicianSOC 27-2042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 1,280 | No formal educational credential | +0.3% |
| ArchitectSOC 17-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $100,050U.S. $99,280 | $103,200 | 1,270 | Bachelor's degree | +4.3% |
| Social and Human Service AssistantsSOC 21-1093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $43,860U.S. $45,930 | $43,690 | 1,270 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.4% |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersSOC 25-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,730U.S. $46,800 | $47,780 | 1,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| UsherSOC 39-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $30,590U.S. $32,910 | $31,340 | 1,260 | No formal educational credential | +0.9% |
| LinemanSOC 49-9051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $83,230U.S. $95,320 | $82,900 | 1,260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.3% |
| Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsSOC 43-6012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,490U.S. $55,570 | $53,110 | 1,210 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.2% |
| Social and Community Service ManagersSOC 11-9151 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $89,840U.S. $80,390 | $97,360 | 1,200 | Bachelor's degree | +7.2% |
| Helpers--Production WorkersSOC 51-9198 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,490U.S. $39,070 | $40,680 | 1,200 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.2% |
| Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,650U.S. $46,330 | $46,310 | 1,190 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| DentistSOC 29-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $215,290U.S. $170,950 | $228,100 | 1,170 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.7% |
| Bus DriverSOC 53-3052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $52,100U.S. $59,050 | $55,170 | 1,160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.1% |
| Surgical TechSOC 29-2055 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,120U.S. $64,650 | $64,430 | 1,120 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Bill and Account CollectorsSOC 43-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,080U.S. $47,030 | $49,130 | 1,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| Real Estate AgentSOC 41-9022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $52,250U.S. $52,830 | $62,400 | 1,080 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.7% |
| Respiratory TherapistSOC 29-1126 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,700U.S. $82,280 | $79,370 | 1,070 | Associate's degree | +8.5% |
| Vet AssistantSOC 31-9096 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,790U.S. $38,150 | $38,570 | 1,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.1% |
| Recreation WorkersSOC 39-9032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,460U.S. $36,560 | $38,770 | 1,070 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Architectural and Engineering ManagersSOC 11-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $159,720U.S. $171,270 | $171,290 | 1,060 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesSOC 33-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $94,420U.S. $106,040 | $96,080 | 1,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.3% |
| Pest Control TechnicianSOC 37-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,350U.S. $45,250 | $44,900 | 1,050 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Facilities ManagerSOC 11-3013 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $105,820U.S. $106,660 | $114,130 | 1,030 | Bachelor's degree | +4.6% |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolSOC 25-2052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,170U.S. $65,120 | $68,580 | 1,030 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All OtherSOC 25-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,320U.S. $50,890 | $61,580 | 1,030 | Bachelor's degree | +1.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial WorkersSOC 37-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,210U.S. $49,100 | $54,010 | 1,030 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| Cargo and Freight AgentsSOC 43-5011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,230U.S. $52,260 | $57,530 | 1,030 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.2% |
| PhlebotomistSOC 31-9097 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,240U.S. $45,230 | $43,770 | 1,020 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.8% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSOC 21-1099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $54,250U.S. $56,730 | $55,750 | 1,010 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9124 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,780U.S. $48,250 | $52,340 | 1,010 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Mechanical EngineerSOC 17-2141 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,440U.S. $104,110 | $102,820 | 990 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| Advertising Sales AgentsSOC 41-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $40,910U.S. $64,820 | $50,940 | 990 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel ClerksSOC 43-4181 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,630U.S. $44,390 | $50,750 | 990 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Speech PathologistSOC 29-1127 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $83,780U.S. $97,870 | $85,040 | 980 | Master's degree | +16.6% |
| Financial Specialists, All OtherSOC 13-2099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $71,280U.S. $81,100 | $80,610 | 970 | Bachelor's degree | +4.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All OtherSOC 53-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $35,480U.S. $37,180 | $36,940 | 970 | No formal educational credential | +2.8% |
| Audio and Video TechniciansSOC 27-4011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,370U.S. $58,100 | $57,610 | 960 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.9% |
| Loan Interviewers and ClerksSOC 43-4131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,130U.S. $50,020 | $52,500 | 950 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.4% |
| Education Administrators, PostsecondarySOC 11-9033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $100,850U.S. $104,590 | $141,690 | 940 | Master's degree | +1.8% |
| EMTSOC 29-2042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,990U.S. $44,470 | $50,870 | 930 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.8% |
| Butchers and Meat CuttersSOC 51-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,010U.S. $40,140 | $43,810 | 920 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $35,560U.S. $35,670 | $35,180 | 920 | No formal educational credential | +3.8% |
| Computer Network Support SpecialistsSOC 15-1231 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $76,980U.S. $76,220 | $79,820 | 910 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $97,260U.S. $107,310 | $114,680 | 910 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.9% |
| Shuttle Drivers and ChauffeursSOC 53-3053 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $35,470U.S. $37,290 | $37,840 | 890 | No formal educational credential | +7.1% |
| Interior DesignerSOC 27-1025 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $69,770U.S. $67,190 | $72,650 | 880 | Bachelor's degree | +2.7% |
| PainterSOC 47-2141 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,330U.S. $49,400 | $46,380 | 880 | No formal educational credential | +3.0% |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersSOC 49-9052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $64,190U.S. $74,330 | $63,930 | 880 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-8031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $59,740U.S. $60,020 | $57,900 | 880 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Sewing Machine OperatorsSOC 51-6031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,500U.S. $36,670 | $36,980 | 870 | No formal educational credential | -15.1% |
| Kindergarten TeacherSOC 25-2012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $60,680U.S. $62,680 | $62,210 | 860 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| LibrarianSOC 25-4022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $64,830U.S. $68,270 | $67,470 | 830 | Master's degree | +2.6% |
| CRNASOC 29-1151 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $211,450U.S. $236,590 | $213,970 | 830 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Physical Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,650U.S. $68,380 | $67,080 | 830 | Associate's degree | +23.0% |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems InstallersSOC 49-2098 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $57,860U.S. $60,070 | $57,770 | 830 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.8% |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair WorkersSOC 49-9098 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $41,590U.S. $39,630 | $42,920 | 820 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis SpecialistsSOC 13-1141 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $70,680U.S. $78,210 | $72,820 | 810 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsSOC 19-5011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $83,410U.S. $90,150 | $84,260 | 810 | Bachelor's degree | +18.5% |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersSOC 49-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,710U.S. $63,890 | $64,900 | 810 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.3% |
| Tool and Die MakersSOC 51-4111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $69,210U.S. $64,050 | $69,700 | 810 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -9.2% |
| Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,760U.S. $45,760 | $47,030 | 810 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersSOC 21-1023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,630U.S. $60,280 | $53,390 | 800 | Master's degree | +10.3% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary SchoolSOC 25-2032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,450U.S. $66,270 | $64,430 | 800 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Procurement ClerksSOC 43-3061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,140U.S. $50,580 | $46,540 | 800 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.1% |
| Court, Municipal, and License ClerksSOC 43-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,960U.S. $48,700 | $53,830 | 800 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine OperatorsSOC 43-5053 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $55,660U.S. $58,470 | $57,180 | 800 | No formal educational credential | -5.3% |
| Web DeveloperSOC 15-1254 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,990U.S. $92,650 | $94,440 | 790 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-1199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $81,110U.S. $77,640 | $97,540 | 790 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Home InspectorSOC 47-4011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,310U.S. $74,690 | $65,160 | 790 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| EstheticianSOC 39-5094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,110U.S. $45,330 | $44,710 | 760 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +8.8% |
| Data Entry ClerkSOC 43-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $44,490U.S. $41,340 | $44,630 | 760 | High school diploma or equivalent | -25.5% |
| Database AdministratorSOC 15-1242 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $123,920U.S. $104,620 | $120,830 | 750 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Physician AssistantSOC 29-1071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $129,050U.S. $135,880 | $124,670 | 750 | Master's degree | +21.1% |
| TelemarketerSOC 41-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,170U.S. $35,450 | $34,110 | 750 | No formal educational credential | -21.4% |
| Sheet Metal WorkerSOC 47-2211 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,200U.S. $61,800 | $62,750 | 750 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except EnginesSOC 49-3042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $65,030U.S. $65,510 | $66,600 | 750 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.7% |
| FundraiserSOC 13-1131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,760U.S. $72,550 | $67,980 | 740 | Bachelor's degree | +5.5% |
| EditorSOC 27-3041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $64,250U.S. $77,920 | $72,330 | 740 | Bachelor's degree | -1.1% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention WorkersSOC 33-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $80,720U.S. $93,530 | $84,650 | 730 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +3.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security WorkersSOC 33-1091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,600U.S. $55,940 | $59,990 | 730 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Order ClerksSOC 43-4151 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,570U.S. $46,170 | $42,550 | 730 | Some college, no degree | -17.5% |
| Special Education TeacherSOC 25-2058 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,360U.S. $74,260 | $64,730 | 720 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-4122 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,290U.S. $47,920 | $47,610 | 720 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.9% |
| Occupational TherapistSOC 29-1122 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $100,630U.S. $100,330 | $97,890 | 710 | Master's degree | +14.8% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service WorkersSOC 39-1022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,510U.S. $48,590 | $53,860 | 710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.3% |
| Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and FinishersSOC 51-2028 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $43,090U.S. $45,850 | $46,290 | 710 | n/a | n/a |
| Cooks, All OtherSOC 35-2019 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $33,220U.S. $37,690 | $31,930 | 700 | No formal educational credential | +5.2% |
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsSOC 43-4061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,100U.S. $54,210 | $49,460 | 700 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.6% |
| Electrical EngineerSOC 17-2071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $99,790U.S. $120,630 | $111,240 | 690 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
| Residential AdvisorsSOC 39-9041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,010U.S. $42,240 | $38,780 | 680 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| DetectiveSOC 33-3021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $78,460U.S. $93,790 | $89,590 | 660 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Family Medicine PhysicianSOC 29-1215 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $211,370U.S. $244,180 | $201,510 | 650 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| RooferSOC 47-2181 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,120U.S. $55,440 | $51,790 | 650 | No formal educational credential | +5.3% |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and AthletesSOC 13-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,390U.S. $82,890 | $105,060 | 630 | Bachelor's degree | +9.7% |
| Probation OfficerSOC 21-1092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $58,010U.S. $66,270 | $60,510 | 630 | Bachelor's degree | +3.0% |
| UnderwriterSOC 13-2053 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $79,870U.S. $81,370 | $83,870 | 620 | Bachelor's degree | -3.8% |
| Social Workers, All OtherSOC 21-1029 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $58,780U.S. $71,900 | $72,690 | 620 | Bachelor's degree | +2.3% |
| LifeguardSOC 33-9092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $28,500U.S. $33,580 | $28,310 | 620 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersSOC 37-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $55,680U.S. $58,430 | $60,630 | 620 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Sailors and Marine OilersSOC 53-5011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $62,610U.S. $51,520 | $61,120 | 620 | No formal educational credential | +3.2% |
| Cooks, Short OrderSOC 35-2015 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,830U.S. $35,880 | $36,390 | 600 | No formal educational credential | -5.2% |
| File ClerksSOC 43-4071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,990U.S. $43,600 | $47,580 | 600 | High school diploma or equivalent | -15.8% |
| Tour and Travel GuidesSOC 39-7010 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,110U.S. $38,120 | $40,000 | 580 | n/a | n/a |
| Purchasing ManagerSOC 11-3061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $140,410U.S. $148,080 | $162,910 | 570 | Bachelor's degree | +4.0% |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1194 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $64,700U.S. $63,820 | $68,150 | 570 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Marriage And Family TherapistSOC 21-1013 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,650U.S. $66,940 | $51,490 | 560 | Master's degree | +13.5% |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc JockeysSOC 27-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,340U.S. $47,340 | $68,190 | 560 | Bachelor's degree | -7.6% |
| Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,420U.S. $47,720 | $47,300 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.7% |
| Cabinetmakers and Bench CarpentersSOC 51-7011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,580U.S. $46,680 | $50,050 | 560 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Ophthalmic Medical TechniciansSOC 29-2057 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,010U.S. $45,570 | $49,880 | 550 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +21.4% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All OtherSOC 35-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,370U.S. $35,840 | $36,670 | 550 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Information and Record Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-4199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $52,420U.S. $49,500 | $51,900 | 550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and WallSOC 47-2131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $54,400U.S. $49,120 | $54,250 | 550 | No formal educational credential | +2.4% |
| Rehabilitation CounselorSOC 21-1015 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $46,490U.S. $46,850 | $47,340 | 540 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| Sterile Processing TechnicianSOC 31-9093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $49,260U.S. $47,700 | $50,880 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.8% |
| MasonSOC 47-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $66,380U.S. $62,120 | $65,990 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4193 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,630U.S. $43,960 | $46,090 | 540 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.7% |
| Environmental ScientistSOC 19-2041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $77,800U.S. $82,220 | $86,760 | 530 | Bachelor's degree | +6.1% |
| Massage TherapistSOC 31-9011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,140U.S. $58,450 | $60,960 | 530 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +15.3% |
| Crossing Guards and FlaggersSOC 33-9091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $41,600U.S. $38,100 | $45,820 | 530 | No formal educational credential | +3.5% |
| Library AssistantSOC 43-4121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $41,210U.S. $36,910 | $42,210 | 530 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.4% |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment OperatorsSOC 47-2071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,440U.S. $53,340 | $48,920 | 530 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and FittersSOC 51-2041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $51,540U.S. $51,330 | $53,670 | 530 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.2% |
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9196 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,650U.S. $50,270 | $46,330 | 530 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.6% |
| Creative DirectorSOC 27-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $101,470U.S. $114,850 | $121,210 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | +4.2% |
| WriterSOC 27-3043 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $63,270U.S. $76,910 | $68,520 | 520 | Bachelor's degree | -0.3% |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material CollectorsSOC 53-7081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $57,650U.S. $49,690 | $51,110 | 520 | No formal educational credential | +2.1% |
| Credit AnalystSOC 13-2041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,410U.S. $83,510 | $88,030 | 510 | Bachelor's degree | -4.3% |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle SchoolSOC 25-2057 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $61,300U.S. $66,810 | $64,600 | 510 | Bachelor's degree | -0.4% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All OtherSOC 29-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $66,940U.S. $65,790 | $77,170 | 510 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.1% |
| Sales and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 41-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $48,280 | not published | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.1% |
| Interviewers, Except Eligibility and LoanSOC 43-4111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $45,590U.S. $45,920 | $44,700 | 510 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.4% |
| VeterinarianSOC 29-1131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $126,230U.S. $130,100 | $136,140 | 500 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.4% |
| Ultrasound TechSOC 29-2032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $89,710U.S. $96,590 | $89,200 | 500 | Associate's degree | +13.9% |
| OrderliesSOC 31-1132 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $38,370U.S. $38,290 | $39,170 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| DispatcherSOC 43-5031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $48,920U.S. $53,040 | $54,140 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile InstallersSOC 47-2081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $50,640U.S. $58,930 | $51,330 | 500 | No formal educational credential | +2.5% |
| Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,970U.S. $44,350 | $42,200 | 500 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.4% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,980U.S. $78,620 | $79,190 | 480 | Master's degree | +2.2% |
| AnesthesiologistSOC 29-1211 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $328,840U.S. $391,490 | $317,080 | 480 | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and TechniciansSOC 29-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,320U.S. $74,310 | $75,540 | 470 | Associate's degree | +3.7% |
| Vet TechSOC 29-2056 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,640U.S. $47,380 | $45,160 | 470 | Associate's degree | +9.4% |
| Surveying and Mapping TechniciansSOC 17-3031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,970U.S. $54,240 | $56,400 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| Clinical PsychologistSOC 19-3033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,110U.S. $100,580 | $88,810 | 460 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.7% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherSOC 19-4099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,250U.S. $62,280 | $71,170 | 460 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Transportation Security ScreenersSOC 33-9093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,110U.S. $66,770 | $58,710 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.2% |
| Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except SawingSOC 51-7042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,560U.S. $43,380 | $39,950 | 460 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Operations Research AnalystSOC 15-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,140U.S. $88,940 | $81,940 | 450 | Bachelor's degree | +11.9% |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All OtherSOC 31-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,060U.S. $48,430 | $48,710 | 450 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.8% |
| Budget AnalystSOC 13-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $86,530U.S. $91,640 | $93,410 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Architectural and Civil DraftersSOC 17-3011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $75,010U.S. $66,150 | $75,320 | 440 | Associate's degree | +5.2% |
| NutritionistSOC 29-1031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,110U.S. $76,400 | $71,250 | 440 | Bachelor's degree | +7.7% |
| OpticianSOC 29-2081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $52,300U.S. $47,260 | $54,980 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 39-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $28,620U.S. $32,640 | $32,610 | 440 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,380U.S. $78,190 | $69,600 | 430 | Associate's degree | +2.4% |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine RepairersSOC 49-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,950U.S. $47,810 | $47,270 | 430 | Some college, no degree | -3.0% |
| Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and TrimmersSOC 51-3022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,220U.S. $38,300 | $40,130 | 430 | No formal educational credential | +5.7% |
| Transportation Workers, All OtherSOC 53-6099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,240U.S. $45,650 | $44,140 | 430 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,020U.S. $64,950 | $62,180 | 410 | Associate's degree | +3.2% |
| Highway Maintenance WorkersSOC 47-4051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,110U.S. $50,260 | $49,380 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool OperatorsSOC 51-9161 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,660U.S. $50,690 | $54,920 | 410 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.4% |
| Tax PreparerSOC 13-2082 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,080U.S. $54,920 | $54,500 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.7% |
| PediatricianSOC 29-1221 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $176,210U.S. $210,040 | $181,360 | 400 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.5% |
| IronworkerSOC 47-2221 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,890U.S. $62,780 | $61,410 | 400 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Property Appraisers and AssessorsSOC 13-2020 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,100U.S. $67,960 | $74,770 | 390 | n/a | n/a |
| Title ExaminerSOC 23-2093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,130U.S. $58,650 | $59,380 | 390 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.1% |
| Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine MechanicsSOC 49-3053 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,830U.S. $47,880 | $50,360 | 390 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.3% |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and SteamfittersSOC 47-3015 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,990U.S. $42,360 | $45,640 | 380 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.4% |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3026 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,740U.S. $66,120 | $64,860 | 370 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherSOC 29-2099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,010U.S. $50,290 | $70,600 | 370 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSOC 39-1014 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,040U.S. $48,560 | $48,700 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.3% |
| Baggage Porters and BellhopsSOC 39-6011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $31,240U.S. $37,080 | $28,120 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.0% |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentSOC 49-2094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,930U.S. $74,090 | $66,480 | 370 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +0.3% |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,920U.S. $51,610 | $46,830 | 370 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Commercial PilotSOC 53-2012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $131,590U.S. $123,220 | $137,480 | 370 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.2% |
| Business Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,660U.S. $99,080 | $97,580 | 360 | Doctoral or professional degree | +5.9% |
| Pharmacy AidesSOC 31-9095 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,310U.S. $37,680 | $36,440 | 360 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Food BatchmakersSOC 51-3092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $43,660U.S. $42,290 | $45,480 | 360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +6.5% |
| Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and PlasticSOC 51-9195 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,140U.S. $46,170 | $46,680 | 360 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.8% |
| General Internal Medicine PhysiciansSOC 29-1216 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $232,220U.S. $256,560 | $207,410 | 350 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| MRI TechSOC 29-2035 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $82,470U.S. $95,480 | $84,400 | 350 | Associate's degree | +7.7% |
| SurveyorSOC 17-1022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,870U.S. $75,440 | $82,240 | 340 | Bachelor's degree | +5.8% |
| Surgical AssistantSOC 29-9093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,080U.S. $66,800 | $87,360 | 340 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +6.1% |
| Medical Equipment RepairersSOC 49-9062 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,230U.S. $61,660 | $64,660 | 340 | Associate's degree | +12.6% |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,070U.S. $47,180 | $46,330 | 340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.6% |
| Training and Development ManagersSOC 11-3131 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,120U.S. $133,000 | $129,050 | 330 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Insurance Appraisers, Auto DamageSOC 13-1032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $67,080U.S. $78,240 | $77,890 | 330 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -8.7% |
| Computer ProgrammerSOC 15-1251 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $100,390 | not published | 330 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingSOC 43-5111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,820U.S. $46,380 | $47,340 | 330 | High school diploma or equivalent | -4.8% |
| StatisticianSOC 15-2041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $89,130U.S. $105,650 | $100,410 | 320 | Master's degree | +11.0% |
| ChemistSOC 19-2031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,530U.S. $91,240 | $60,870 | 320 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| School PsychologistSOC 19-3034 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,420U.S. $95,990 | $81,680 | 320 | Master's degree | +0.8% |
| Sound EngineerSOC 27-4014 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $71,180U.S. $73,130 | $94,530 | 320 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -3.1% |
| School Bus MonitorsSOC 33-9094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,640U.S. $35,100 | $33,100 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, WoodSOC 51-7041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,360U.S. $42,770 | $44,210 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.0% |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,710U.S. $48,990 | $50,100 | 320 | High school diploma or equivalent | -6.1% |
| Public Relations ManagerSOC 11-2032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $108,390U.S. $146,910 | $123,970 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and DaycareSOC 11-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,450U.S. $59,300 | $52,220 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | -3.1% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherSOC 17-3029 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,380U.S. $78,350 | $65,130 | 310 | Associate's degree | +2.8% |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1123 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,170U.S. $78,760 | $74,080 | 310 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Music Directors and ComposersSOC 27-2041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,660U.S. $73,710 | $70,630 | 310 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| Medical TranscriptionistSOC 31-9094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,400U.S. $40,410 | $49,120 | 310 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.4% |
| Postal Service ClerksSOC 43-5051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,610U.S. $62,130 | $63,300 | 310 | No formal educational credential | -0.3% |
| Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal ServiceSOC 43-9051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,670U.S. $39,280 | $37,510 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.2% |
| Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,670U.S. $46,550 | $44,530 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.8% |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,320U.S. $46,570 | $44,240 | 310 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.9% |
| Database ArchitectSOC 15-1243 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $121,730U.S. $139,500 | $122,730 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +9.4% |
| Electronics EngineerSOC 17-2072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $129,420U.S. $130,220 | $130,050 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Video EditorSOC 27-4032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,280U.S. $75,420 | $61,840 | 300 | Bachelor's degree | +3.7% |
| Elevator MechanicSOC 47-4021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,290U.S. $109,910 | $101,330 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Chemical Equipment Operators and TendersSOC 51-9011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,530U.S. $58,040 | $51,840 | 300 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Natural Sciences ManagersSOC 11-9121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $113,370U.S. $167,220 | $129,240 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | +8.2% |
| TranslatorSOC 27-3091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,840U.S. $60,170 | $52,090 | 290 | Bachelor's degree | +2.0% |
| GlazierSOC 47-2121 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,580U.S. $57,080 | $55,330 | 290 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Chemical TechnicianSOC 19-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,170U.S. $60,390 | $55,250 | 280 | Associate's degree | +4.9% |
| Judicial Law ClerksSOC 23-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,010U.S. $64,920 | $76,420 | 280 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| PipelayersSOC 47-2151 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,700U.S. $49,000 | $48,130 | 280 | No formal educational credential | -3.1% |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue AgentsSOC 13-2081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,730U.S. $62,370 | $78,300 | 270 | Bachelor's degree | -1.0% |
| Occupational Therapy AssistantSOC 31-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,380U.S. $72,300 | $64,830 | 270 | Associate's degree | +21.5% |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All OtherSOC 51-4199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,330U.S. $45,950 | $42,060 | 270 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.1% |
| Education Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,150U.S. $75,350 | $77,960 | 260 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.5% |
| Media and Communication Workers, All OtherSOC 27-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,580U.S. $73,620 | $56,580 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Travel AgentSOC 41-3041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,820U.S. $50,160 | $57,670 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.2% |
| Home Appliance RepairersSOC 49-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,700U.S. $50,990 | $56,070 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| MillwrightsSOC 49-9044 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,320U.S. $65,700 | $61,530 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.9% |
| Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All OtherSOC 49-9069 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,240U.S. $68,990 | $45,760 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.5% |
| Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,490U.S. $50,140 | $46,120 | 260 | High school diploma or equivalent | -8.3% |
| Compensation and Benefits ManagersSOC 11-3111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $123,540U.S. $149,230 | $134,700 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | +1.1% |
| Counselors, All OtherSOC 21-1019 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,870U.S. $50,860 | $44,790 | 250 | Master's degree | +5.9% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,810U.S. $79,940 | $98,260 | 250 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| JournalistSOC 27-3023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,770U.S. $62,200 | $80,180 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | -5.9% |
| Camera OperatorSOC 27-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,800U.S. $74,990 | $76,840 | 250 | Bachelor's degree | +1.3% |
| Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsSOC 29-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $74,660U.S. $68,020 | $77,340 | 250 | Associate's degree | +15.9% |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseSOC 45-2092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $34,630U.S. $35,660 | $33,820 | 250 | No formal educational credential | -2.4% |
| Insulation Workers, MechanicalSOC 47-2132 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,800U.S. $58,340 | $51,210 | 250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.1% |
| Floral DesignerSOC 27-1023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,150U.S. $37,360 | $40,540 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.6% |
| Broadcast TechniciansSOC 27-4012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,020U.S. $59,570 | $49,870 | 240 | Associate's degree | -3.1% |
| PhotographerSOC 27-4021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,480U.S. $44,660 | $51,170 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.7% |
| Switchboard Operators, Including Answering ServiceSOC 43-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,050U.S. $38,630 | $38,330 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -26.0% |
| Musical Instrument Repairers and TunersSOC 49-9063 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,300U.S. $46,420 | $60,900 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.9% |
| Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,460U.S. $49,030 | $45,000 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.2% |
| Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4191 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $56,280U.S. $48,750 | $55,810 | 240 | High school diploma or equivalent | -9.5% |
| Biological Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $93,960U.S. $84,620 | $102,410 | 230 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.3% |
| PsychiatristSOC 29-1223 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $144,020U.S. $281,870 | $174,960 | 230 | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
| Athletic TrainerSOC 29-9091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $61,830U.S. $62,520 | $61,350 | 230 | Master's degree | +12.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional OfficersSOC 33-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $69,470U.S. $77,970 | $68,460 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.5% |
| Funeral AttendantsSOC 39-4021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $32,150U.S. $35,680 | $33,600 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service TechniciansSOC 49-3041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,490U.S. $56,550 | $53,760 | 230 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.7% |
| Financial ExaminersSOC 13-2061 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,150U.S. $94,160 | $102,410 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +9.3% |
| PastorSOC 21-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,720U.S. $60,810 | $61,050 | 220 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Psychology Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1066 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,660U.S. $80,340 | $90,710 | 220 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $81,600U.S. $80,250 | $85,520 | 220 | Doctoral or professional degree | +17.1% |
| Helpers--CarpentersSOC 47-3012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,080U.S. $43,780 | $43,970 | 220 | No formal educational credential | -1.7% |
| Print Binding and Finishing WorkersSOC 51-5113 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $38,510U.S. $42,290 | $41,090 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -17.5% |
| Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and TendersSOC 51-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,210U.S. $48,540 | $43,990 | 220 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.7% |
| Material Moving Workers, All OtherSOC 53-7199 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,530U.S. $41,800 | $41,170 | 220 | No formal educational credential | +2.7% |
| Financial Risk SpecialistsSOC 13-2054 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $95,250U.S. $117,330 | $104,170 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +7.4% |
| Community Health WorkerSOC 21-1094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,440U.S. $51,850 | $46,250 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +12.7% |
| Private InvestigatorSOC 33-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,890U.S. $51,220 | $58,630 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Sales EngineerSOC 41-9031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $121,980U.S. $124,900 | $128,190 | 210 | Bachelor's degree | +2.8% |
| Fence ErectorsSOC 47-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $46,820U.S. $47,980 | $51,030 | 210 | No formal educational credential | +5.6% |
| Miscellaneous Construction and Related WorkersSOC 47-4090 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,500U.S. $49,910 | $46,430 | 210 | n/a | n/a |
| Prepress Technicians and WorkersSOC 51-5111 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,070U.S. $48,690 | $51,580 | 210 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -15.3% |
| Crane OperatorSOC 53-7021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $76,750U.S. $68,080 | $68,450 | 210 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Labor Relations SpecialistsSOC 13-1075 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,350U.S. $95,420 | $88,620 | 200 | Bachelor's degree | +2.1% |
| JudgeSOC 23-1023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $218,190U.S. $153,990 | $196,660 | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.8% |
| ChiropractorSOC 29-1011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $90,460U.S. $79,200 | $91,840 | 200 | Doctoral or professional degree | +8.7% |
| Physical Therapist AidesSOC 31-2022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $30,900U.S. $35,240 | $31,440 | 200 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
| Audiovisual Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2097 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,430U.S. $52,600 | $52,360 | 200 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.8% |
| Lodging ManagersSOC 11-9081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,840U.S. $69,250 | $78,680 | 190 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.8% |
| Health EducatorSOC 21-1091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,040U.S. $64,070 | $58,730 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | +5.6% |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing OfficersSOC 23-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $107,620U.S. $117,860 | $102,030 | 190 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All OtherSOC 25-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,420U.S. $66,140 | $51,880 | 190 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 27-2099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 190 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| OB-GYNSOC 29-1218 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $358,070U.S. $292,910 | $270,480 | 190 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Environmental EngineerSOC 17-2081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $102,930U.S. $107,110 | $106,130 | 180 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Mechanical DraftersSOC 17-3013 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,420U.S. $71,550 | $68,020 | 180 | Associate's degree | -6.0% |
| OptometristSOC 29-1041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $144,260U.S. $136,570 | $122,420 | 180 | Doctoral or professional degree | +9.5% |
| Financial Clerks, All OtherSOC 43-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,410U.S. $53,830 | $58,030 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.0% |
| Brokerage ClerksSOC 43-4011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $68,660U.S. $65,750 | $67,920 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.6% |
| Maintenance WorkerSOC 49-9043 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $64,650U.S. $60,850 | $62,990 | 180 | High school diploma or equivalent | -1.9% |
| Education Administrators, All OtherSOC 11-9039 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $118,890U.S. $95,200 | $122,830 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +1.6% |
| Biological Scientists, All OtherSOC 19-1029 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,500U.S. $98,920 | $82,290 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +4.7% |
| Technical WriterSOC 27-3042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,550U.S. $90,390 | $81,680 | 170 | Bachelor's degree | +0.8% |
| Protective Service Workers, All OtherSOC 33-9099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,990U.S. $42,540 | $53,440 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.0% |
| Real Estate BrokerSOC 41-9021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,350U.S. $73,220 | $68,270 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | +0.8% |
| Dental Laboratory TechnicianSOC 51-9081 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,050U.S. $49,610 | $56,690 | 170 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.9% |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingSOC 11-9072 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,570U.S. $79,520 | $95,480 | 160 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Lighting TechnicianSOC 27-4015 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $62,790U.S. $68,060 | $85,710 | 160 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -4.8% |
| Earth Drillers, Except Oil and GasSOC 47-5023 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,950U.S. $60,190 | $61,710 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
| Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and TendersSOC 51-9051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,150U.S. $48,040 | $48,290 | 160 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Forensic ScientistSOC 19-4092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $78,480U.S. $72,060 | $83,320 | 150 | Bachelor's degree | +13.3% |
| ActorSOC 27-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. not published | not published | 150 | Some college, no degree | +0.0% |
| ConciergesSOC 39-6012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,630U.S. $38,950 | $37,590 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.6% |
| Food Cooking Machine Operators and TendersSOC 51-3093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $45,340U.S. $41,590 | $45,260 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -0.3% |
| Food Processing Workers, All OtherSOC 51-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $42,840U.S. $39,680 | $43,840 | 150 | No formal educational credential | +5.5% |
| Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4034 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $51,850U.S. $50,620 | $50,350 | 150 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.3% |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3027 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,880U.S. $74,510 | $75,600 | 140 | Associate's degree | +1.3% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherSOC 19-3099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $80,860U.S. $101,110 | $88,360 | 140 | Bachelor's degree | -0.2% |
| Occupational Health and Safety TechniciansSOC 19-5012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,550U.S. $61,560 | $57,440 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +19.4% |
| Computer Science Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $105,640U.S. $96,980 | $108,810 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.9% |
| History TeacherSOC 25-1125 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,590U.S. $83,820 | $86,480 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +0.0% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1126 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,910U.S. $80,260 | $89,870 | 140 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.0% |
| Fire Inspectors and InvestigatorsSOC 33-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,160U.S. $75,920 | $70,490 | 140 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +4.2% |
| Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and ClerksSOC 43-4041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $50,080 | not published | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -7.4% |
| Meter ReaderSOC 43-5041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $47,100U.S. $48,150 | $50,610 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -10.5% |
| Tile and Stone SettersSOC 47-2044 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $44,930U.S. $55,690 | $46,000 | 140 | No formal educational credential | +9.8% |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe CleanersSOC 47-4071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,520U.S. $49,880 | $45,730 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | +7.8% |
| Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation EquipmentSOC 49-2093 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,210U.S. $84,890 | $56,450 | 140 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.4% |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal WorkersSOC 51-9071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,570U.S. $52,540 | $50,680 | 140 | High school diploma or equivalent | -3.2% |
| Fundraising ManagersSOC 11-2033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $130,010U.S. $125,470 | $132,990 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| Landscape ArchitectSOC 17-1012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $99,470U.S. $79,870 | $103,060 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +4.4% |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthSOC 19-4042 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,440U.S. $55,090 | $57,810 | 130 | Associate's degree | +6.9% |
| Special Education Teachers, All OtherSOC 25-2059 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,300U.S. $76,580 | $68,110 | 130 | Bachelor's degree | +1.9% |
| Hazardous Materials Removal WorkersSOC 47-4041 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,220U.S. $49,450 | $55,520 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.5% |
| Recreational Vehicle Service TechniciansSOC 49-3092 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,240U.S. $52,000 | $61,860 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.7% |
| Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All OtherSOC 51-6099 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $36,440U.S. $37,280 | $44,150 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.4% |
| Transportation InspectorsSOC 53-6051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,360U.S. $92,100 | $94,810 | 130 | High school diploma or equivalent | +2.2% |
| Emergency Management DirectorsSOC 11-9161 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $93,260U.S. $93,330 | $103,310 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +3.9% |
| Urban PlannerSOC 19-3051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $84,350U.S. $89,320 | $90,560 | 120 | Master's degree | +3.9% |
| Communications Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1122 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $66,630U.S. $78,580 | $70,600 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.1% |
| Designers, All OtherSOC 27-1029 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $85,280U.S. $64,950 | $97,960 | 120 | Bachelor's degree | +1.2% |
| OphthalmologistSOC 29-1241 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $232,300U.S. $300,080 | $295,400 | 120 | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.5% |
| MorticianSOC 39-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,080U.S. $55,010 | $53,660 | 120 | Associate's degree | +3.0% |
| Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningSOC 47-5022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $53,800U.S. $57,430 | $57,780 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +1.0% |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorSOC 49-9012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $60,860U.S. $74,340 | $60,760 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.3% |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and PlasticSOC 51-4035 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $41,210U.S. $52,800 | $43,410 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -13.2% |
| Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and TendersSOC 51-4051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $57,030U.S. $54,430 | $54,340 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | -2.9% |
| Stationary Engineers and Boiler OperatorsSOC 51-8021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $73,790U.S. $78,620 | $68,820 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.1% |
| Medical Appliance TechniciansSOC 51-9082 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $48,520U.S. $48,030 | $50,880 | 120 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.5% |
| Conveyor Operators and TendersSOC 53-7011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $39,200U.S. $42,420 | $43,230 | 120 | No formal educational credential | -2.6% |
| Credit CounselorsSOC 13-2071 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $58,480U.S. $52,230 | $65,070 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +3.3% |
| ActuarySOC 15-2011 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $119,090U.S. $130,000 | $155,600 | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +9.2% |
| Electrical and Electronics DraftersSOC 17-3012 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $79,580U.S. $76,870 | $78,660 | 110 | Associate's degree | -3.4% |
| Library TechniciansSOC 25-4031 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $40,760U.S. $44,580 | $44,080 | 110 | Postsecondary nondegree award | -6.4% |
| Set and Exhibit DesignersSOC 27-1027 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | not publishedU.S. $75,240 | not published | 110 | Bachelor's degree | +1.4% |
| AudiologistSOC 29-1181 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $97,610U.S. $95,780 | $94,680 | 110 | Doctoral or professional degree | +11.0% |
| Orthotists and ProsthetistsSOC 29-2091 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,770U.S. $81,110 | $75,450 | 110 | Master's degree | +12.9% |
| Helpers, Construction Trades, All OtherSOC 47-3019 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $35,300U.S. $42,670 | $38,010 | 110 | No formal educational credential | -1.0% |
| Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and RepairersSOC 49-2021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $50,170U.S. $63,520 | $57,560 | 110 | Associate's degree | +1.2% |
| Locksmiths and Safe RepairersSOC 49-9094 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $59,270U.S. $51,320 | $58,550 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | -11.7% |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related MaterialsSOC 51-6021 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $29,460U.S. $35,060 | $35,470 | 110 | No formal educational credential | -15.7% |
| Aircraft Service AttendantsSOC 53-6032 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $37,510U.S. $40,450 | $43,460 | 110 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.6% |
| Funeral Home ManagersSOC 11-9171 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $100,860U.S. $78,790 | $109,730 | 100 | Associate's degree | +4.1% |
| Environmental Engineering Technologists and TechniciansSOC 17-3025 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $65,760U.S. $59,920 | $69,700 | 100 | Associate's degree | +3.1% |
| MicrobiologistSOC 19-1022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $77,620U.S. $87,990 | $75,100 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +6.2% |
| Survey ResearchersSOC 19-3022 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,400U.S. $69,460 | $72,720 | 100 | Master's degree | -4.8% |
| Physics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1054 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $87,460U.S. $100,310 | $107,570 | 100 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Economics Teachers, PostsecondarySOC 25-1063 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $129,360U.S. $123,920 | $130,760 | 100 | Doctoral or professional degree | +2.4% |
| Special Education Teachers, PreschoolSOC 25-2051 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $63,830U.S. $64,830 | $66,690 | 100 | Bachelor's degree | +2.4% |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherSOC 29-1299 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $90,750U.S. $115,210 | $105,880 | 100 | Master's degree | +5.5% |
| Nuclear Medicine TechnologistSOC 29-2033 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $94,500U.S. $101,370 | $94,700 | 100 | Associate's degree | +4.4% |
| Motorcycle MechanicSOC 49-3052 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $49,510U.S. $48,580 | $51,650 | 100 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.1% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool ProgrammersSOC 51-9162 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN · not used in rankings (reliability rule) | $70,420U.S. $68,120 | $76,540 | 100 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.9% |
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Geography
What area these numbers cover
- Search label
- Nashville, TN
- BLS source geography
- Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
- Geography type
- Metropolitan Statistical Area
- CBSA code
- 34980
- States
- Tennessee
- Delineation
- OMB Bulletin 23-01, as used by BLS OEWS May 2025
FAQ
Common questions
What are the highest-paying jobs in Nashville, TN?
In the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan area (CBSA 34980), BLS OEWS counted 1,099,300 jobs in May 2025, with a median annual wage of $50,390 across all occupations. Among occupations whose local estimate meets the reliability rule, the highest medians are Physicians, All Other ($295,640), CEO ($218,190), IT Manager ($165,970).
Is this the city or the metro area?
BLS reports occupational wages for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 34980), which includes Nashville, Davidson, Murfreesboro and Franklin and surrounding communities. Figures describe that whole area, not Nashville city limits.
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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metropolitan statistical area (CBSA 34980). 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 “high paying jobs nashville”, “high paying jobs in nashville tn”, “high paying jobs in nashville” (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).