How much does a bailiff make in Tennessee?
$35,990a year
Median yearly pay for bailiffs in Tennessee. That is $17.30 an hour or $2,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.30
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,340Median: $35,990Highest 10%: $49,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,340 | $14.59 | |
| 25th | $31,800 | $15.29 | |
| Median | $35,990 | $17.30 | |
| 75th | $46,960 | $22.58 | |
| 90th | $49,220 | $23.66 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $45,300 |
| Clarksville, TN | $36,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bailiffs.
| 38. Wyoming | $38,360 |
| 39. Mississippi | $38,200 |
| 40. West Virginia | $36,250 |
| 41. Tennessee | $35,990 |
| 42. South Carolina | $34,280 |
| 43. Kentucky | $30,760 |
| 44. North Dakota | $27,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bailiff make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $17.30 ($35,990 a year).
Do bailiffs make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $35,990 against $56,600 nationally, 36% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for bailiff pay?
Tennessee ranks 41 of 44 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays bailiffs the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $45,300 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.