How much does an architect make in Tennessee?
$94,030a year
Median yearly pay for architects in Tennessee. That is $45.21 an hour or $7,836 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.21
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,930Median: $94,030Highest 10%: $146,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,930 | $30.25 | |
| 25th | $76,070 | $36.57 | |
| Median | $94,030 | $45.21 | |
| 75th | $118,100 | $56.77 | |
| 90th | $146,300 | $70.33 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $100,100 |
| Knoxville, TN | $94,310 |
| Memphis, TN | $93,970 |
| Clarksville, TN | $93,900 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $89,820 |
| Jackson, TN | $81,510 |
| Kingsport, TN | $81,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architects.
| 37. Utah | $95,590 |
| 38. Ohio | $94,960 |
| 39. Texas | $94,490 |
| 40. Tennessee | $94,030 |
| 41. Idaho | $93,710 |
| 42. Nebraska | $91,530 |
| 43. Michigan | $88,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $45.21 ($94,030 a year).
Do architects make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $94,030 against $99,280 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for architect pay?
Tennessee ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays architects the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $100,100 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.