How much does a crossing guard and flagger make in Tennessee?
$35,960a year
Median yearly pay for crossing guard and flaggers in Tennessee. That is $17.29 an hour or $2,997 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.29
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,610Median: $35,960Highest 10%: $48,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,610 | $15.68 | |
| 25th | $32,760 | $15.75 | |
| Median | $35,960 | $17.29 | |
| 75th | $42,710 | $20.53 | |
| 90th | $48,530 | $23.33 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $41,600 |
| Knoxville, TN | $35,310 |
| Kingsport, TN | $32,760 |
| Memphis, TN | $32,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crossing guard and flaggers.
| 25. Ohio | $37,440 |
| 26. Michigan | $36,540 |
| 27. Delaware | $36,500 |
| 28. Tennessee | $35,960 |
| 29. Maryland | $35,850 |
| 30. Pennsylvania | $35,810 |
| 31. Florida | $35,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crossing guard and flagger make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $17.29 ($35,960 a year).
Do crossing guard and flaggers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $35,960 against $38,100 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for crossing guard and flagger pay?
Tennessee ranks 28 of 49 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays crossing guard and flaggers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $41,600 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.