As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Game Engineer in Memphis, TN is $79,096, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,521 weekly, or $6,591 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Game Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Game Engineer in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $66,567 to $91,523. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,538) and 75th percentile ($85,601), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,523 per year. This $13,063 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Typography, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Memphis Game Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 618 statewide for Game 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
Game Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Game Engineer Salary $66,567 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Game Engineer Salary $72,538 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Game Engineer Salary $79,096 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Game Engineer Salary $85,601 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Game Engineer Salary $91,523 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
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    Game Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Memphis, Tennessee    Memphis is a city located along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The 2017 city population was 652,236, m....More

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