How much does a computer science teacher make in Tennessee?
$81,600a year
Median yearly pay for computer science teachers in Tennessee. That is $39.23 an hour or $6,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.23
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,930Median: $81,600Highest 10%: $166,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,930 | $29.29 | |
| 25th | $64,420 | $30.97 | |
| Median | $81,600 | $39.23 | |
| 75th | $132,000 | $63.44 | |
| 90th | $166,300 | $79.96 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $105,600 |
| Knoxville, TN | $101,700 |
| Memphis, TN | $96,650 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $79,070 |
| Kingsport, TN | $61,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer science teachers.
| 29. Arizona | $84,050 |
| 30. New Hampshire | $83,630 |
| 31. Kentucky | $83,470 |
| 32. Tennessee | $81,600 |
| 33. Montana | $81,560 |
| 34. New Jersey | $81,500 |
| 35. North Dakota | $81,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer science teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $39.23 ($81,600 a year).
Do computer science teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $81,600 against $96,980 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for computer science teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 32 of 48 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays computer science teachers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $105,600 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.