salary$76,960 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,580per year
Top pay (top 10%)$122,830per year
Jobs in the area4,390people work this job
Can a accountant afford Memphis?
OK. Rent of $1,399 a month takes 21.8% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Memphis, TN?
The median pay for a accountant in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area is $76,960 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $49,580 and $122,830.
Can a accountant afford to live in Memphis?
Typical rent of $1,399 a month takes 21.8% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area.