How much does a biological science teacher make in Tennessee?
$78,940a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in Tennessee. That is $37.95 an hour or $6,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.95
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,170Median: $78,940Highest 10%: $136,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,170 | $25.56 | |
| 25th | $62,910 | $30.25 | |
| Median | $78,940 | $37.95 | |
| 75th | $111,700 | $53.70 | |
| 90th | $136,000 | $65.38 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Knoxville, TN | $100,200 |
| Nashville, TN | $93,960 |
| Memphis, TN | $77,620 |
| Kingsport, TN | $62,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 35. New Jersey | $79,540 |
| 36. Virginia | $79,190 |
| 37. Louisiana | $79,010 |
| 38. Tennessee | $78,940 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,920 |
| 40. Iowa | $78,060 |
| 41. North Carolina | $77,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $37.95 ($78,940 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $78,940 against $84,620 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for biological science teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 38 of 49 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays biological science teachers the most?
Knoxville, TN, with a median of $100,200 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.