As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Meteorologist in Memphis, TN is $128,419, equivalent to $62 per hour, $2,470 weekly, or $10,702 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Meteorologist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Meteorologist in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $102,151 to $151,408. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($114,669) and 75th percentile ($140,452), while top earners (90th percentile) make $151,408 per year. This $25,783 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Assembler, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Memphis Chief Meteorologist often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 621 statewide for Chief Meteorologist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Meteorologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $102,151 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $114,669 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $128,419 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $140,452 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $151,408 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
25% $114,669 10% $102,151 90% $151,408 75% $140,452 $128,419 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Meteorologist in Memphis, TN. The base salary for Chief Meteorologist ranges from $114,669 to $140,452 with the average base salary of $128,419. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $84,401 to $135,633 with the average total cash compensation of $109,248.

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