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Average salary by job family in Palm Bay
| Management | $139,210 |
|---|---|
| Computer and Mathematical | $112,800 |
| Architecture and Engineering | $108,910 |
| Legal | $107,220 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical | $97,890 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science | $93,010 |
| Business and Financial Operations | $91,470 |
| Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media | $66,100 |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair | $57,850 |
| Construction and Extraction | $56,580 |
| Community and Social Service | $56,060 |
| Protective Service | $54,220 |
| Educational Instruction and Library | $53,750 |
| Production | $50,690 |
| Sales and Related | $48,450 |
| Office and Administrative Support | $47,690 |
| Transportation and Material Moving | $43,430 |
| Farming, Fishing, and Forestry | $41,070 |
| Healthcare Support | $40,920 |
| Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance | $37,910 |
| Personal Care and Service | $37,360 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related | $36,500 |
Highest-paying jobs in Palm Bay
- Physicians, All Other$327,210
- Dentists, All Other Specialists$243,160
- Chief Executives$240,800
- Family Medicine Physicians$235,620
- Dentists, General$209,190
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$187,740
- Computer and Information Systems Managers$179,150
- Financial Managers$173,650
- Human Resources Managers$171,520
- Marketing Managers$167,600
Most common jobs in Palm Bay and what they pay
| Job | Jobs | Average salary | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 7,670 | $35,580 | $33,430 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 7,630 | $30,480 | $28,660 |
| Registered Nurses | 5,440 | $87,300 | $80,900 |
| General and Operations Managers | 5,090 | $129,860 | $101,830 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 5,080 | $41,250 | $36,670 |
| Cashiers | 5,070 | $31,710 | $30,390 |
| Software Developers | 5,030 | $133,920 | $131,760 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 4,700 | $42,070 | $37,760 |
| Office Clerks, General | 4,280 | $45,510 | $43,400 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 3,910 | $36,850 | $35,300 |
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Cost of living in Palm Bay
Prices in the Palm Bay area are in line with the U.S. average, with a BEA price parity of 100.0 for 2024. The average local salary of $67,210 therefore buys what $67,207 would buy in a typical U.S. metro. A typical home is worth $344,841, 4.5 times the median household income of $75,817.
$344,841typical home value
$75,817median household income
100.0BEA price parity
620,533metro population
Take-home pay in Palm Bay
| Salary level | Gross | After tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile wage | $36,310 | $31,355 | $2,613 |
| Median wage | $49,030 | $41,576 | $3,465 |
| Average wage | $67,210 | $56,072 | $4,673 |
| 75th percentile wage | $79,100 | $64,477 | $5,373 |
Single filer, standard deduction: federal income tax (2026 brackets), Social Security, Medicare and no state income tax.
Salaries for every job in Palm Bay
Management27 jobs
- Chief Executives$241K
- Architectural and Engineering Managers$188K
- Computer and Information Systems Managers$179K
- Financial Managers$174K
- Human Resources Managers$172K
- Marketing Managers$168K
- Purchasing Managers$159K
- Natural Sciences Managers$155K
- Sales Managers$149K
- Managers, All Other$147K
- Compensation and Benefits Managers$144K
- Public Relations Managers$143K
- Industrial Production Managers$136K
- General and Operations Managers$130K
- Medical and Health Services Managers$128K
- Training and Development Managers$127K
- Construction Managers$120K
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers$119K
- Facilities Managers$114K
- Administrative Services Managers$110K
- Education Administrators, All Other$95K
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$87K
- Lodging Managers$81K
- Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers$78K
- Social and Community Service Managers$75K
- Food Service Managers$67K
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare$59K
Computer and Mathematical16 jobs
- Computer and Information Research Scientists$165K
- Database Architects$141K
- Software Developers$134K
- Computer Network Architects$123K
- Information Security Analysts$123K
- Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers$114K
- Computer Systems Analysts$114K
- Data Scientists$114K
- Computer Occupations, All Other$114K
- Database Administrators$110K
- Operations Research Analysts$99K
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators$99K
- Computer Programmers$93K
- Web Developers$91K
- Computer Network Support Specialists$80K
- Computer User Support Specialists$60K
Architecture and Engineering24 jobs
- Computer Hardware Engineers$150K
- Aerospace Engineers$135K
- Engineers, All Other$129K
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$126K
- Materials Engineers$123K
- Electrical Engineers$119K
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors$119K
- Industrial Engineers$110K
- Environmental Engineers$110K
- Civil Engineers$109K
- Mechanical Engineers$109K
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval$101K
- Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians$91K
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians$80K
- Surveyors$78K
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians$77K
- Mechanical Drafters$73K
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters$73K
- Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other$71K
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$69K
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$68K
- Architectural and Civil Drafters$65K
- Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$65K
- Surveying and Mapping Technicians$53K
Legal5 jobs
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical37 jobs
- Physicians, All Other$327K
- Dentists, All Other Specialists$243K
- Family Medicine Physicians$236K
- Dentists, General$209K
- Podiatrists$166K
- Veterinarians$143K
- Pharmacists$133K
- Optometrists$130K
- Physician Assistants$127K
- Nurse Practitioners$119K
- Physical Therapists$97K
- Occupational Therapists$92K
- Dental Hygienists$91K
- Nuclear Medicine Technologists$88K
- Chiropractors$88K
- Registered Nurses$87K
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers$85K
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists$84K
- Speech-Language Pathologists$81K
- Respiratory Therapists$79K
- Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars$78K
- Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$76K
- Dietitians and Nutritionists$72K
- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians$68K
- Athletic Trainers$63K
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62K
- Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$60K
- Opticians, Dispensing$60K
- Surgical Technologists$55K
- Medical Records Specialists$51K
- Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other$50K
- Paramedics$49K
- Pharmacy Technicians$46K
- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$45K
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians$45K
- Psychiatric Technicians$44K
- Emergency Medical Technicians$36K
Life, Physical, and Social Science18 jobs
- Physicists$161K
- Physical Scientists, All Other$159K
- Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers$147K
- Chemists$118K
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$112K
- Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other$103K
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$100K
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$98K
- Biological Scientists, All Other$91K
- Urban and Regional Planners$84K
- Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$79K
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$76K
- Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$67K
- Chemical Technicians$60K
- Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$55K
- Forensic Science Technicians$55K
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$53K
- Biological Technicians$49K
Business and Financial Operations23 jobs
- Project Management Specialists$112K
- Management Analysts$105K
- Business Operations Specialists, All Other$101K
- Financial and Investment Analysts$98K
- Labor Relations Specialists$96K
- Compliance Officers$92K
- Budget Analysts$89K
- Financial Specialists, All Other$88K
- Buyers and Purchasing Agents$87K
- Logisticians$87K
- Accountants and Auditors$85K
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$81K
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists$81K
- Cost Estimators$80K
- Training and Development Specialists$79K
- Loan Officers$78K
- Human Resources Specialists$76K
- Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators$74K
- Fundraisers$72K
- Property Appraisers and Assessors$69K
- Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners$58K
- Tax Preparers$51K
- Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents$48K
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media12 jobs
- Commercial and Industrial Designers$86K
- Technical Writers$85K
- Editors$82K
- Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other$78K
- Graphic Designers$71K
- Public Relations Specialists$71K
- Audio and Video Technicians$63K
- Interior Designers$59K
- Coaches and Scouts$55K
- Photographers$46K
- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers$39K
- Floral Designers$39K
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair29 jobs
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay$91K
- Avionics Technicians$87K
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$76K
- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$75K
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians$72K
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment$67K
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$66K
- Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers$66K
- Medical Equipment Repairers$63K
- Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers$63K
- Locksmiths and Safe Repairers$62K
- Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers$61K
- Riggers$61K
- Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$57K
- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$57K
- Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians$56K
- Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door$55K
- Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers$54K
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics$54K
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$53K
- Automotive Body and Related Repairers$53K
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery$52K
- Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics$51K
- Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers$49K
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$49K
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other$48K
- Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers$44K
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers$39K
- Tire Repairers and Changers$37K
Construction and Extraction24 jobs
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$78K
- Construction and Building Inspectors$70K
- Brickmasons and Blockmasons$60K
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$59K
- Electricians$58K
- Sheet Metal Workers$54K
- Tile and Stone Setters$53K
- Pipelayers$52K
- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$52K
- Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers$51K
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$51K
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$50K
- Carpenters$50K
- Roofers$49K
- Hazardous Materials Removal Workers$48K
- Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators$48K
- Plasterers and Stucco Masons$47K
- Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners$46K
- Construction Laborers$45K
- Glaziers$45K
- Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$42K
- Helpers, Construction Trades, All Other$42K
- Highway Maintenance Workers$42K
- Helpers--Electricians$41K
Community and Social Service13 jobs
- Social Workers, All Other$68K
- Healthcare Social Workers$66K
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$63K
- Clergy$60K
- Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$59K
- Health Education Specialists$57K
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$56K
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers$54K
- Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$52K
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education$52K
- Rehabilitation Counselors$49K
- Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$49K
- Social and Human Service Assistants$43K
Protective Service14 jobs
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$96K
- Detectives and Criminal Investigators$86K
- First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$77K
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$75K
- Fire Inspectors and Investigators$65K
- Transportation Security Screeners$65K
- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$62K
- Correctional Officers and Jailers$61K
- First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers$52K
- Firefighters$49K
- Private Detectives and Investigators$49K
- Security Guards$39K
- Crossing Guards and Flaggers$35K
- Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$34K
Educational Instruction and Library16 jobs
- Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary$108K
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary$64K
- Instructional Coordinators$64K
- Librarians and Media Collections Specialists$59K
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$58K
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$58K
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$58K
- Teachers and Instructors, All Other$55K
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$54K
- Self-Enrichment Teachers$45K
- Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other$44K
- Tutors$41K
- Library Technicians$39K
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$37K
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$37K
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary$35K
Production32 jobs
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$83K
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers$76K
- Tool and Die Makers$67K
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers$62K
- Dental Laboratory Technicians$60K
- Machinists$58K
- Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers$55K
- Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders$54K
- Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers$53K
- Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers$52K
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators$50K
- Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters$50K
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators$49K
- Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic$48K
- Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators$47K
- Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders$47K
- Upholsterers$47K
- Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers$46K
- Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters$45K
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$43K
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic$43K
- Printing Press Operators$42K
- Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$42K
- Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic$41K
- Production Workers, All Other$41K
- Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic$41K
- Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing$41K
- Helpers--Production Workers$40K
- Bakers$38K
- Sewing Machine Operators$37K
- Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders$36K
- Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers$33K
Sales and Related15 jobs
- Sales Engineers$139K
- Real Estate Sales Agents$106K
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products$100K
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers$80K
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$76K
- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents$74K
- Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$72K
- Insurance Sales Agents$69K
- Advertising Sales Agents$56K
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$51K
- Sales and Related Workers, All Other$49K
- Counter and Rental Clerks$44K
- Parts Salespersons$41K
- Retail Salespersons$36K
- Cashiers$32K
Office and Administrative Support37 jobs
- Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants$68K
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$68K
- Postal Service Mail Carriers$63K
- Postal Service Clerks$63K
- Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks$61K
- Cargo and Freight Agents$59K
- Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks$56K
- Loan Interviewers and Clerks$55K
- Information and Record Clerks, All Other$54K
- Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants$54K
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping$53K
- Order Clerks$52K
- Procurement Clerks$52K
- Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance$50K
- Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$50K
- Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other$50K
- Bill and Account Collectors$49K
- Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks$48K
- Public Safety Telecommunicators$48K
- Billing and Posting Clerks$47K
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$46K
- Court, Municipal, and License Clerks$46K
- Office Clerks, General$46K
- Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks$45K
- Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs$45K
- Tellers$45K
- Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping$44K
- Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants$43K
- Customer Service Representatives$42K
- Data Entry Keyers$41K
- Meter Readers, Utilities$41K
- File Clerks$41K
- Couriers and Messengers$39K
- Receptionists and Information Clerks$37K
- Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks$35K
- Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service$34K
- Library Assistants, Clerical$34K
Transportation and Material Moving20 jobs
- Commercial Pilots$128K
- Transportation Inspectors$101K
- Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels$86K
- Crane and Tower Operators$72K
- First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$61K
- Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$53K
- Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$51K
- Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors$50K
- Sailors and Marine Oilers$49K
- Light Truck Drivers$45K
- Bus Drivers, School$43K
- Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other$41K
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$40K
- Driver/Sales Workers$37K
- Stockers and Order Fillers$37K
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$34K
- Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment$34K
- Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants$34K
- Parking Attendants$32K
- Packers and Packagers, Hand$30K
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry1 jobs
Healthcare Support14 jobs
- Physical Therapist Assistants$72K
- Occupational Therapy Assistants$71K
- Massage Therapists$54K
- Dental Assistants$50K
- Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$43K
- Medical Equipment Preparers$43K
- Medical Transcriptionists$43K
- Medical Assistants$41K
- Phlebotomists$40K
- Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$40K
- Nursing Assistants$38K
- Orderlies$35K
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35K
- Pharmacy Aides$32K
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance7 jobs
- First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers$54K
- Pest Control Workers$48K
- Tree Trimmers and Pruners$45K
- Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation$43K
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers$38K
- Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$35K
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$33K
Personal Care and Service15 jobs
- First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$52K
- Skincare Specialists$51K
- First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$50K
- Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$47K
- Gambling Dealers$46K
- Residential Advisors$42K
- Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$39K
- Animal Trainers$39K
- Recreation Workers$37K
- Animal Caretakers$36K
- Tour and Travel Guides$36K
- Childcare Workers$35K
- Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$34K
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants$31K
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$29K
Food Preparation and Serving Related14 jobs
- Chefs and Head Cooks$56K
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers$47K
- Waiters and Waitresses$41K
- Bartenders$40K
- Cooks, Restaurant$38K
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$37K
- Food Preparation Workers$35K
- Cooks, Short Order$34K
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$34K
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$33K
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$32K
- Dishwashers$32K
- Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other$31K
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$30K
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Salary in Palm Bay: questions
What is a good salary in Palm Bay?
Half of all workers in the Palm Bay metro earn less than $49,030 and the average is $67,210. Earning more than $79,100 puts you in the top quarter of local wages.
How much do you need to earn in Palm Bay to match a $69,770 salary elsewhere?
About $69,773, because prices here are in line with the U.S. average (BEA price parity 100.0).
What are the highest-paying jobs in Palm Bay?
Physicians, All Other ($327,210), Dentists, All Other Specialists ($243,160), Chief Executives ($240,800).
What is the average salary in Melbourne?
Melbourne is part of the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL metro area, where the average salary is $67,210 a year and the median $49,030. BLS does not publish separate wage figures for Melbourne, so these metro figures are the closest official guide.
What is the average salary in Titusville?
Titusville is part of the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL metro area, where the average salary is $67,210 a year and the median $49,030. BLS does not publish separate wage figures for Titusville, so these metro figures are the closest official guide.
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. Area Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (37340), all occupations and 413 individual jobs. What a metro area includes.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
- Population and median household income: Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2023.
- Home value: Zillow Home Value Index.
- Take-home pay: Single filer, standard deduction: federal income tax (2026 brackets), Social Security, Medicare and no state income tax.
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