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How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make in Tennessee?

$134,600a year

Median yearly pay for biochemist and biophysicists in Tennessee. That is $64.69 an hour or $11,210 a month.

Hourly
$64.69
Vs. national median
+6%
Rank among states
3 of 35
Jobs in the state
60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,140Median: $134,600Highest 10%: $229,600
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$82,140$39.49
25th$115,300$55.42
Median$134,600$64.69
75th$188,200$90.47
90th$229,600$110.40

Cities in Tennessee

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Knoxville, TN$149,100
Salaries for every job in Tennessee

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for biochemist and biophysicists.

1. Florida$157,400
2. California$139,600
3. Tennessee$134,600
4. Pennsylvania$134,100
5. Connecticut$132,700
6. Massachusetts$131,600
Biochemist and Biophysicist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make an hour in Tennessee?

The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $64.69 ($134,600 a year).

Do biochemist and biophysicists make more in Tennessee than the national average?

Yes: $134,600 against $127,400 nationally, 6% more.

Where does Tennessee rank for biochemist and biophysicist pay?

Tennessee ranks 3 of 35 states.

Which city in Tennessee pays biochemist and biophysicists the most?

Knoxville, TN, with a median of $149,100 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.