How much does an athletic trainer make in Tennessee?
$59,850a year
Median yearly pay for athletic trainers in Tennessee. That is $28.77 an hour or $4,988 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.77
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,030Median: $59,850Highest 10%: $75,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,030 | $21.17 | |
| 25th | $50,540 | $24.30 | |
| Median | $59,850 | $28.77 | |
| 75th | $63,160 | $30.37 | |
| 90th | $75,510 | $36.30 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $61,830 |
| Knoxville, TN | $59,570 |
| Memphis, TN | $58,000 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $57,350 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for athletic trainers.
| 33. Idaho | $60,410 |
| 34. New Hampshire | $60,200 |
| 35. Montana | $60,090 |
| 36. Tennessee | $59,850 |
| 37. Nevada | $59,820 |
| 38. Delaware | $59,650 |
| 39. Michigan | $59,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athletic trainer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $28.77 ($59,850 a year).
Do athletic trainers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $59,850 against $62,520 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for athletic trainer pay?
Tennessee ranks 36 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays athletic trainers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $61,830 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.