Salaries in Huntsville, AL metro area
Typical pay for 389 jobs in the Huntsville, AL metro area. The median for all workers is $51,740 a year ($24.88 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$51,740
Median hourly
$24.88
Workers
266,650
vs U.S. median
+1%
Highest paying jobs in Huntsville, AL
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $357,010 | 430 |
| Radiologist | $239,200+ | n/a |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $213,590 | 280 |
| Chief Executive | $213,530 | 100 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $206,750 | 100 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $168,380 | 1,630 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $164,060 | 2,250 |
| Optometrist | $161,170 | 50 |
| Financial Manager | $158,620 | 890 |
| Engineers, All Other | $155,630 | 3,110 |
| Managers, All Other | $153,920 | 570 |
| Physicist | $149,990 | 180 |
| Purchasing Manager | $146,970 | 520 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $142,670 | 560 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $142,650 | 70 |
Most common jobs in Huntsville, AL
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 7,570 | $46,390 |
| Retail Salesperson | 7,030 | $33,120 |
| Software Developer | 7,030 | $128,080 |
| Registered Nurse | 6,800 | $77,090 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 5,330 | $34,620 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 5,030 | $27,180 |
| Aerospace Engineer | 4,880 | $131,090 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 4,700 | $46,090 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 4,370 | $39,500 |
| Cashier | 4,320 | $29,860 |
| General and Operations Managers | 4,050 | $136,340 |
| Customer Service Representative | 3,340 | $38,400 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 3,290 | $27,990 |
| Engineers, All Other | 3,110 | $155,630 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 3,100 | $124,950 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Alabama.
All 389 jobs by category
Management Occupations (27)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (22)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (16)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (26)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (15)Community and Social Service Occupations (8)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (23)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (14)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (32)Healthcare Support Occupations (14)Protective Service Occupations (12)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (14)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (12)Sales and Related Occupations (12)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (36)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (2)Construction and Extraction Occupations (16)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (27)Production Occupations (35)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (16)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | $122,200 | $58.75 | n/a |
| Computer Network Architect | $132,410 | $63.66 | 1,660 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $61,850 | $29.73 | 210 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $120,450 | $57.91 | 890 |
| Computer Programmer | $110,110 | $52.94 | 160 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $107,350 | $51.61 | 2,610 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $49,740 | $23.91 | 1,150 |
| Data Scientist | $111,810 | $53.76 | 620 |
| Database Administrator | $103,110 | $49.57 | 300 |
| Database Architect | $101,860 | $48.97 | 110 |
| Information Security Analyst | $130,330 | $62.66 | 1,840 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $100,120 | $48.14 | 1,160 |
| Operations Research Analyst | $132,000 | $63.46 | 350 |
| Software Developer | $128,080 | $61.58 | 7,030 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $105,610 | $50.78 | 850 |
| Web Developer | $82,860 | $39.84 | 130 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atmospheric and Space Scientists | $81,080 | $38.98 | 180 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $82,990 | $39.90 | 70 |
| Biological Technician | $50,330 | $24.20 | n/a |
| Chemical Technician | $54,790 | $26.34 | 100 |
| Chemist | $101,500 | $48.80 | 130 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $51,500 | $24.76 | 50 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $78,110 | $37.55 | 100 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $62,420 | $30.01 | 50 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $82,400 | $39.61 | 310 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $94,570 | $45.47 | 260 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $61,170 | $29.41 | 60 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $142,650 | $68.58 | 70 |
| Physicist | $149,990 | $72.11 | 180 |
| School Psychologist | $78,700 | $37.84 | 50 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $101,500 | $48.80 | 50 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $46,860 | $22.53 | 360 |
| Clergy | $54,550 | $26.23 | 60 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $61,070 | $29.36 | 430 |
| Health Education Specialist | $78,400 | $37.69 | 50 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,560 | $30.08 | 230 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $59,420 | $28.57 | 110 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $36,070 | $17.34 | 220 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $48,530 | $23.33 | 400 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $133,220 | $64.05 | 730 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $46,580 | $22.40 | 440 |
| Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers | $63,450 | $30.50 | n/a |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $51,490 | $24.75 | 60 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $38,380 | $18.45 | 40 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $65,530 | $31.51 | n/a |
| Coaches and Scouts | $31,770 | — | 280 |
| Floral Designer | $36,980 | $17.78 | 60 |
| Graphic Designer | $62,720 | $30.15 | 270 |
| Interior Designer | $78,250 | $37.62 | 80 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $40,490 | $19.46 | 30 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $39,460 | $18.97 | 310 |
| Photographer | $31,200 | $15.00 | 90 |
| Producers and Directors | $61,400 | $29.52 | 150 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $73,810 | $35.49 | 260 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $77,640 | $37.33 | 40 |
| Technical Writer | $96,470 | $46.38 | 340 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $43,930 | $21.12 | 390 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $38,510 | $18.51 | 90 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $29,520 | $14.19 | 2,020 |
| Massage Therapist | $49,410 | $23.75 | 70 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,920 | $17.75 | 1,720 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $35,590 | $17.11 | 80 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $43,040 | $20.69 | 50 |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $16.93 | 2,660 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,040 | $29.34 | 60 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $36,710 | $17.65 | 70 |
| Phlebotomist | $37,370 | $17.96 | 290 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $26,440 | $12.71 | 100 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $60,870 | $29.26 | 260 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,870 | $17.25 | 150 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $44,800 | $21.54 | 410 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $91,230 | $43.86 | 240 |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $23.08 | 530 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers | $93,080 | $44.75 | 30 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $74,540 | $35.84 | 170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $99,090 | $47.64 | 120 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $42,460 | $20.41 | 180 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,900 | $13.89 | 110 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $64,550 | $31.04 | 980 |
| Private Detectives and Investigators | $43,950 | $21.13 | 50 |
| Security Guard | $36,210 | $17.41 | 1,600 |
| Transportation Security Screener | $65,750 | $31.61 | 60 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $28,210 | $13.56 | 850 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $64,000 | $30.77 | 90 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $29,310 | $14.09 | 2,950 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $28,110 | $13.51 | 800 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $35,520 | $17.08 | 1,800 |
| Cooks, Short Order | $22,510 | $10.82 | 320 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $23,180 | $11.14 | 380 |
| Dishwasher | $30,720 | $14.77 | 380 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $27,180 | $13.07 | 5,030 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $39,130 | $18.81 | 2,300 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $29,850 | $14.35 | n/a |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $30,180 | $14.51 | 290 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $28,160 | $13.54 | 710 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $27,990 | $13.46 | 3,290 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $46,060 | $22.14 | 320 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $57,030 | $27.42 | 240 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $33,600 | $16.16 | 2,850 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $37,510 | $18.03 | 1,550 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $28,530 | $13.72 | 860 |
| Pest Control Worker | $39,300 | $18.89 | 280 |
| Tree Trimmers and Pruners | $41,000 | $19.71 | 50 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $24,010 | $11.54 | 960 |
| Animal Caretaker | $29,110 | $13.99 | 480 |
| Childcare Worker | $23,110 | $11.11 | 440 |
| Concierge | $31,200 | $15.00 | 60 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $45,160 | $21.71 | 370 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $45,520 | $21.89 | 270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $47,480 | $22.83 | 140 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $29,150 | $14.02 | 550 |
| Recreation Worker | $31,560 | $15.17 | 430 |
| Residential Advisor | $27,490 | $13.22 | 260 |
| Skincare Specialist | $42,390 | $20.38 | 100 |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $31,660 | $15.22 | 40 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Sales Agent | $46,120 | $22.17 | 60 |
| Cashier | $29,860 | $14.36 | 4,320 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $36,710 | $17.65 | 970 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $67,990 | $32.69 | 280 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $47,430 | $22.81 | 2,490 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $63,860 | $30.70 | 470 |
| Parts Salesperson | $36,800 | $17.69 | 570 |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,120 | $15.92 | 7,030 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $64,460 | $30.99 | 1,810 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $65,070 | $31.29 | 1,950 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $126,550 | $60.84 | 260 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $49,180 | $23.64 | 530 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $36,400 | $17.50 | 50 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $31,360 | $15.08 | 30 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $23.54 | 430 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $47,150 | $22.67 | 220 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $61,420 | $29.53 | 190 |
| Construction Laborer | $37,510 | $18.03 | 1,670 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $46,150 | $22.19 | 80 |
| Electrician | $58,500 | $28.13 | 1,030 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $62,650 | $30.12 | 1,330 |
| Highway Maintenance Worker | $46,210 | $22.22 | 200 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $56,780 | $27.30 | 60 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $49,110 | $23.61 | 1,100 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $45,510 | $21.88 | 130 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $48,840 | $23.48 | 80 |
| Pipelayer | $47,610 | $22.89 | 110 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $57,020 | $27.42 | 790 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $51,460 | $24.74 | 140 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $46,680 | $22.44 | 30 |
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $30,250 | $14.54 | 230 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $18,750 | $9.02 | 1,170 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $41,910 | $20.15 | 110 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $27,680 | $13.31 | 790 |
| Commercial Pilot | $101,540 | — | 60 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $37,270 | $17.92 | 500 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $59,120 | $28.42 | 1,300 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $56,690 | $27.25 | 2,570 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $45,200 | $21.73 | 1,290 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $39,500 | $18.99 | 4,370 |
| Light Truck Driver | $42,800 | $20.58 | 1,610 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $29,680 | $14.27 | 660 |
| Parking Attendant | $31,620 | $15.20 | 60 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $51,090 | $24.56 | 210 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $35,190 | $16.92 | 200 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $34,620 | $16.65 | 5,330 |