How much does a bridge and lock tender make in Tennessee?
$60,420a year
Median yearly pay for bridge and lock tenders in Tennessee. That is $29.05 an hour or $5,035 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.05
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,900Median: $60,420Highest 10%: $65,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,900 | $23.99 | |
| 25th | $49,900 | $23.99 | |
| Median | $60,420 | $29.05 | |
| 75th | $65,060 | $31.28 | |
| 90th | $65,060 | $31.28 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bridge and lock tenders.
| 9. Alabama | $66,830 |
| 10. West Virginia | $65,460 |
| 11. Indiana | $60,780 |
| 12. Tennessee | $60,420 |
| 13. Ohio | $58,410 |
| 14. Kentucky | $58,220 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $57,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bridge and lock tender make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.05 ($60,420 a year).
Do bridge and lock tenders make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $60,420 against $57,700 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for bridge and lock tender pay?
Tennessee ranks 12 of 23 states.
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.