How much does an animal trainer make in Tennessee?
$35,320a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Tennessee. That is $16.98 an hour or $2,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.98
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,650Median: $35,320Highest 10%: $56,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,650 | $13.29 | |
| 25th | $29,580 | $14.22 | |
| Median | $35,320 | $16.98 | |
| 75th | $43,300 | $20.82 | |
| 90th | $56,450 | $27.14 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $36,860 |
| Knoxville, TN | $30,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 31. Florida | $36,870 |
| 32. Nevada | $36,760 |
| 33. Texas | $36,370 |
| 34. Tennessee | $35,320 |
| 35. Mississippi | $35,130 |
| 36. Alaska | $34,900 |
| 37. Nebraska | $34,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $16.98 ($35,320 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $35,320 against $39,990 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for animal trainer pay?
Tennessee ranks 34 of 47 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays animal trainers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $36,860 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.