Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Lowest-paying jobs in Salem
434 occupations with published wages, ranked
The lowest published median wage in Salem belongs to Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers, at $31,760 per year. The highest is $373,970.
The 10 lowest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $31,760 | 80 | |
| 2 | Driver/Sales Workers | $32,850 | 650 | |
| 3 | Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders | $33,180 | 30 | |
| 4 | Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $33,450 | 2,550 | |
| 5 | Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $33,570 | 130 | |
| 6 | Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $33,760 | 280 | |
| 7 | Cooks, Fast Food | $33,870 | 420 | |
| 8 | Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $34,100 | 590 | |
| 9 | Cashiers | $34,340 | 3,480 | |
| 10 | Fast Food and Counter Workers | $34,520 | 5,880 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $373,970 | 330 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $295,170 | 180 |
| Chief Executives | $261,650 | 120 |
| Pediatricians, General | $256,710 | 60 |
| Psychiatrists | $239,200 | 60 |
| Dentists, General | $212,310 | 140 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $174,260 | 40 |
| Pharmacists | $169,210 | 300 |
| Compensation and Benefits Managers | $163,270 | — |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $162,640 | 140 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $162,600 | 320 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $158,390 | 490 |
| Lawyers | $156,070 | 780 |
| Sales Managers | $152,090 | 270 |
| Physician Assistants | $144,190 | 190 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,980 | 130 |
| Financial Managers | $141,400 | 620 |
| Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other | $140,670 | 30 |
| Computer Network Architects | $138,930 | 180 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $137,400 | 660 |
| Human Resources Managers | $136,990 | 200 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $136,150 | 130 |
| Purchasing Managers | $136,050 | 70 |
| Optometrists | $134,590 | 60 |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $134,500 | 180 |
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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