DOL Median (Memphis, TN)
$71,178
vs National
-28.2%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$78,824
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$71,178
-28.2% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Memphis, TN earns $71,178 in nominal terms, which is 28.2% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.3 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $78,824 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Memphis, TN
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Informa Business Intelligence, Inc. | $100,000 | 1 |
| ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital | $86,590 | 9 |
| FedEx Corporate Services, Inc. | $71,885 | 495 |
| FEDEX CORPROATE SERVICES, INC. | $71,178 | 2 |
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How much does a Economists make in Memphis, TN?
The median Economists salary in Memphis, TN is $71,178 based on 230 DOL filings.
Is Memphis, TN a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Memphis, TN earns 28.2% less than the national median of $99,100, or $78,824 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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