Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Nashville
609 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Nashville belongs to Orthodontists, at $361,650 per year. The lowest published median is $23,490.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Attendants | $23,490 | — |
| Bartenders | $28,190 | 4,540 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,500 | 620 |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $28,620 | 440 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,800 | 4,110 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,820 | 1,550 |
| Agricultural Workers, All Other | $29,090 | 60 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $29,150 | 28,680 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $29,390 | 19,490 |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials | $29,460 | 110 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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