May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Evansville
Evansville, IN
376 occupations
Across 376 occupations with published wages in Evansville, physicians, all other record the highest median at $342,470 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Evansville
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $342,470 | 220 | |
| 2 | Chief Executives | $339,330 | 40 | |
| 3 | Dentists, General | $225,620 | 70 | |
| 4 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $183,000 | 30 | |
| 5 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $163,540 | 240 | |
| 6 | Natural Sciences Managers | $152,320 | 70 | |
| 7 | Pharmacists | $143,650 | 360 | |
| 8 | Purchasing Managers | $141,450 | 60 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $140,260 | 280 | |
| 10 | Optometrists | $133,800 | 40 | |
| 11 | Financial Managers | $128,650 | 520 | |
| 12 | Marketing Managers | $127,800 | 130 | |
| 13 | Sales Managers | $125,360 | 390 | |
| 14 | Human Resources Managers | $125,180 | 110 | |
| 15 | Veterinarians | $124,590 | 50 | |
| 16 | Nurse Practitioners | $123,450 | 320 | |
| 17 | Physician Assistants | $123,410 | 120 | |
| 18 | Industrial Production Managers | $121,610 | 320 | |
| 19 | Chemical Engineers | $120,990 | 60 | |
| 20 | Computer Network Architects | $109,370 | 80 | |
| 21 | Administrative Services Managers | $108,900 | 210 | |
| 22 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $107,150 | 140 | |
| 23 | Lawyers | $107,050 | 370 | |
| 24 | Facilities Managers | $106,720 | 190 | |
| 25 | Construction Managers | $106,020 | 270 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,470 | $27,930 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,370 | $30,130 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 3,980 | $42,170 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,890 | $83,820 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,790 | $41,190 |
| Cashiers | 2,660 | $28,870 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 2,480 | $35,610 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,440 | $34,080 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 2,150 | $35,920 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,070 | $28,550 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $22,360 | 590 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $24,160 | 130 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $25,670 | 30 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $26,520 | 460 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $26,730 | 380 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $27,020 | 180 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $27,270 | 400 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,930 | 4,470 |
| Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary | $28,140 | 190 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $28,440 | 860 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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.