How much does a designer make in Tennessee?
$72,450a year
Median yearly pay for designers in Tennessee. That is $34.83 an hour or $6,038 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.83
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,000Median: $72,450Highest 10%: $122,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,000 | $20.67 | |
| 25th | $47,210 | $22.70 | |
| Median | $72,450 | $34.83 | |
| 75th | $98,260 | $47.24 | |
| 90th | $122,200 | $58.75 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $85,280 |
| Knoxville, TN | $50,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for designers.
| 5. Illinois | $77,460 |
| 6. Nevada | $75,490 |
| 7. Pennsylvania | $72,760 |
| 8. Tennessee | $72,450 |
| 9. Indiana | $66,580 |
| 10. Colorado | $65,630 |
| 11. Florida | $65,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a designer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $34.83 ($72,450 a year).
Do designers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $72,450 against $64,950 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for designer pay?
Tennessee ranks 8 of 26 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays designers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $85,280 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.