How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make in Tennessee?
$76,820a year
Median yearly pay for clinical and counseling psychologists in Tennessee. That is $36.93 an hour or $6,402 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.93
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,520Median: $76,820Highest 10%: $126,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,520 | $24.29 | |
| 25th | $56,990 | $27.40 | |
| Median | $76,820 | $36.93 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.16 | |
| 90th | $126,900 | $61.02 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chattanooga, TN | $85,480 |
| Nashville, TN | $77,110 |
| Clarksville, TN | $72,800 |
| Memphis, TN | $71,870 |
| Knoxville, TN | $64,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for clinical and counseling psychologists.
| 40. Oklahoma | $79,950 |
| 41. Arkansas | $77,520 |
| 42. West Virginia | $77,040 |
| 43. Tennessee | $76,820 |
| 44. Kansas | $76,690 |
| 45. Mississippi | $76,000 |
| 46. Louisiana | $71,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $36.93 ($76,820 a year).
Do clinical and counseling psychologists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $76,820 against $100,600 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for clinical and counseling psychologist pay?
Tennessee ranks 43 of 48 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays clinical and counseling psychologists the most?
Chattanooga, TN-GA, with a median of $85,480 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.