How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Tennessee?
$80,640a year
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in Tennessee. That is $38.77 an hour or $6,720 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.77
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,220Median: $80,640Highest 10%: $101,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,220 | $29.91 | |
| 25th | $72,320 | $34.77 | |
| Median | $80,640 | $38.77 | |
| 75th | $94,390 | $45.38 | |
| 90th | $101,800 | $48.96 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $89,710 |
| Memphis, TN | $82,930 |
| Jackson, TN | $82,000 |
| Knoxville, TN | $79,360 |
| Johnson City, TN | $78,970 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $78,670 |
| Kingsport, TN | $75,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| 45. Arkansas | $81,500 |
| 46. South Dakota | $80,820 |
| 47. Louisiana | $80,710 |
| 48. Tennessee | $80,640 |
| 49. West Virginia | $76,820 |
| 50. Mississippi | $76,520 |
| 51. Alabama | $68,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $38.77 ($80,640 a year).
Do diagnostic medical sonographers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $80,640 against $96,590 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
Tennessee ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays diagnostic medical sonographers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $89,710 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.