As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communication Engineer in Memphis, TN is $66,066, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,271 weekly, or $5,506 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Communication Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Communication Engineer in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $50,629 to $70,812. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,986) and 75th percentile ($68,551), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,812 per year. This $10,565 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Semiconductors, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Memphis Communication Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 618 statewide for Communication Engineer 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
Communication Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $50,629 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $57,986 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $66,066 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $68,551 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $70,812 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
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    Communication Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Telecommunications Engineer II

    2 - 4 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 Communication Engineer in Memphis, TN. The base salary for Communication Engineer ranges from $57,986 to $68,551 with the average base salary of $66,066. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,379 to $89,774 with the average total cash compensation of $77,220.

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