Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in South Central Tennessee
322 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in South Central Tennessee belongs to General Internal Medicine Physicians, at $334,890 per year. The lowest published median is $19,120.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $334,890 | 80 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $281,560 | 40 | |
| 3 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $156,260 | 110 | |
| 4 | Lawyers | $138,910 | 120 | |
| 5 | Marketing Managers | $137,910 | 110 | |
| 6 | Pharmacists | $129,490 | 230 | |
| 7 | Sales Managers | $124,510 | 240 | |
| 8 | Chief Executives | $121,560 | 130 | |
| 9 | Software Developers | $120,010 | 270 | |
| 10 | Physician Assistants | $116,440 | — | |
| 11 | Human Resources Managers | $116,240 | 80 | |
| 12 | Veterinarians | $115,000 | 80 | |
| 13 | Nurse Practitioners | $112,350 | 330 | |
| 14 | Computer Network Architects | $108,430 | 60 | |
| 15 | Financial Managers | $105,790 | 360 | |
| 16 | Industrial Production Managers | $103,630 | 290 | |
| 17 | Mechanical Engineers | $102,650 | 270 | |
| 18 | Electrical Engineers | $102,610 | 110 | |
| 19 | Physical Therapists | $102,500 | 150 | |
| 20 | Engineers, All Other | $102,160 | 210 | |
| 21 | Construction Managers | $100,060 | 130 | |
| 22 | Management Analysts | $99,250 | 190 | |
| 23 | Facilities Managers | $99,130 | 70 | |
| 24 | Administrative Services Managers | $98,210 | 160 | |
| 25 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $97,400 | 330 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Cutters and Trimmers, Hand | $19,120 | 50 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $20,170 | 1,250 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $21,780 | 290 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $22,520 | 210 |
| Bartenders | $23,520 | 180 |
| Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners | $25,460 | 50 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $26,170 | 3,370 |
| Cashiers | $26,450 | 3,210 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $26,780 | 660 |
| Bakers | $26,900 | 80 |
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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