Compliance Officers Salary in West Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,900 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.76
10th percentile $36,450
90th percentile $88,780
Employed locally 160
National median $78,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,450
    25th
    $42,580
    50th (median)
    $61,900
    75th
    $74,870
    90th
    $88,780

    Top-paying metros for Compliance Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,490
    Lexington Park, MD $105,610
    Brunswick-St. Simons, GA $104,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $104,000
    District of Columbia $103,010
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $102,500

    Related occupations in West Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $68,060
    Project Management Specialists $78,450
    Human Resources Specialists $61,200
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,220
    Loan Officers $58,530
    Training and Development Specialists $47,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Compliance Officers make per hour in West Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Compliance Officers in West Tennessee is $29.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.13 or more per hour.

    Is West Tennessee above or below average for Compliance Officers salaries?

    The median Compliance Officers salary in West Tennessee is 21.1% below the national median of $78,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Compliance Officers in West Tennessee?

    Entry-level Compliance Officers (10th percentile) earn around $36,450 per year in West Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,580.