May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Johnson City
Johnson City, TN
287 occupations
Across 287 occupations with published wages in Johnson City, obstetricians and gynecologists record the highest median at $284,630 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Johnson City
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $284,630 | 30 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $280,260 | 320 | |
| 3 | Chief Executives | $195,450 | 100 | |
| 4 | Dentists, General | $182,660 | 50 | |
| 5 | Financial Managers | $133,170 | 300 | |
| 6 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $133,120 | 80 | |
| 7 | Sales Managers | $129,470 | 190 | |
| 8 | Pharmacists | $128,580 | 290 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $128,530 | 160 | |
| 10 | Administrative Services Managers | $123,240 | 120 | |
| 11 | Veterinarians | $122,580 | 50 | |
| 12 | Marketing Managers | $119,630 | 130 | |
| 13 | Purchasing Managers | $117,730 | 30 | |
| 14 | Lawyers | $117,390 | 130 | |
| 15 | Optometrists | $115,210 | 30 | |
| 16 | Human Resources Managers | $113,220 | 70 | |
| 17 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $105,470 | 400 | |
| 18 | Software Developers | $103,320 | 300 | |
| 19 | Nurse Practitioners | $102,430 | 380 | |
| 20 | Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $102,330 | 150 | |
| 21 | Physician Assistants | $100,060 | 130 | |
| 22 | Industrial Production Managers | $99,450 | 130 | |
| 23 | Construction Managers | $99,010 | 80 | |
| 24 | Electrical Engineers | $98,200 | 60 | |
| 25 | Mechanical Engineers | $97,040 | 60 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,900 | $26,270 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,740 | $77,660 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,330 | $29,820 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 1,940 | $36,570 |
| Cashiers | 1,920 | $27,160 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | 1,580 | $36,570 |
| Office Clerks, General | 1,510 | $36,420 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,460 | $22,070 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | 1,420 | $59,420 |
| Nursing Assistants | 1,390 | $37,310 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist Aides | $20,140 | 40 |
| Bartenders | $21,700 | 270 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $22,070 | 1,460 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $22,320 | 270 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $23,360 | 260 |
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers, All Other | $24,580 | 90 |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | $25,520 | 170 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $26,270 | 2,900 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $26,430 | 570 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $26,850 | 800 |
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.