How much does a construction laborer make in Tennessee?
$45,000a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Tennessee. That is $21.63 an hour or $3,750 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.63
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 26,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,910Median: $45,000Highest 10%: $59,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,910 | $16.78 | |
| 25th | $37,670 | $18.11 | |
| Median | $45,000 | $21.63 | |
| 75th | $49,450 | $23.77 | |
| 90th | $59,990 | $28.84 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $46,190 |
| Knoxville, TN | $46,130 |
| Kingsport, TN | $45,370 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,810 |
| Jackson, TN | $44,610 |
| Cleveland, TN | $44,190 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $43,260 |
| Clarksville, TN | $41,950 |
| Johnson City, TN | $41,150 |
| Morristown, TN | $38,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 34. Kentucky | $45,710 |
| 35. South Dakota | $45,710 |
| 36. Delaware | $45,550 |
| 37. Tennessee | $45,000 |
| 38. Kansas | $44,840 |
| 39. North Carolina | $44,720 |
| 40. Florida | $44,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $21.63 ($45,000 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $45,000 against $47,120 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for construction laborer pay?
Tennessee ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays construction laborers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $46,190 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.