Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Asheville
425 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Asheville belongs to Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers, at $27,320 per year. The highest is $360,010.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $27,320 | 150 | |
| 2 | Cooks, Fast Food | $28,120 | 2,570 | |
| 3 | Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $28,700 | 580 | |
| 4 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $28,810 | 3,850 | |
| 5 | Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $28,810 | 350 | |
| 6 | Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $29,120 | 70 | |
| 7 | Cashiers | $29,400 | 4,240 | |
| 8 | Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $29,600 | 1,270 | |
| 9 | Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $30,090 | 600 | |
| 10 | Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $30,450 | 150 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $360,010 | 1,020 |
| Chief Executives | $270,520 | 50 |
| Anesthesiologists | $239,200 | 80 |
| Dermatologists | $239,200 | — |
| Radiologists | $239,200 | — |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $225,830 | 340 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $223,630 | 150 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $212,710 | 90 |
| Dentists, General | $202,630 | 140 |
| Pediatricians, General | $170,140 | 80 |
| Optometrists | $167,980 | 40 |
| Psychiatrists | $164,520 | 50 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $163,290 | 420 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $160,140 | 200 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $152,550 | 60 |
| Financial Managers | $152,270 | 450 |
| Marketing Managers | $150,610 | 160 |
| Information Security Analysts | $149,350 | 200 |
| Pharmacists | $136,460 | 520 |
| Software Developers | $134,350 | 780 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $133,470 | 80 |
| Physician Assistants | $131,260 | 460 |
| Veterinarians | $130,330 | 190 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $127,770 | 520 |
| Human Resources Managers | $125,420 | 150 |
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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