How much does a community health worker make in Tennessee?
$42,310a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in Tennessee. That is $20.34 an hour or $3,526 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.34
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,180Median: $42,310Highest 10%: $58,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,180 | $16.43 | |
| 25th | $35,850 | $17.24 | |
| Median | $42,310 | $20.34 | |
| 75th | $47,820 | $22.99 | |
| 90th | $58,960 | $28.35 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $44,440 |
| Memphis, TN | $40,340 |
| Knoxville, TN | $39,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community health workers.
| 46. Florida | $45,420 |
| 47. Arkansas | $44,890 |
| 48. Alabama | $43,340 |
| 49. Tennessee | $42,310 |
| 50. Mississippi | $39,520 |
| 51. West Virginia | $37,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $20.34 ($42,310 a year).
Do community health workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $42,310 against $51,850 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for community health worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays community health workers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $44,440 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.