How much does a director make in Nashville?
$64,340a year
Median yearly pay for directors in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area. That is $30.93 an hour or $5,362 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.93
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 85
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,880Median: $64,340Highest 10%: $107,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,880 | $13.40 | |
| 25th | $48,980 | $23.55 | |
| Median | $64,340 | $30.93 | |
| 75th | $84,770 | $40.75 | |
| 90th | $107,300 | $51.59 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for directors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Nashville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,040 |
| Clergy | $60,720 |
| Educational | $60,550 |
| Social Worker | $58,780 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $55,630 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $54,250 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,810 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $48,630 |
| Health Education Specialist | $48,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Nashville?
The median hourly pay in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area is $30.93 ($64,340 a year).
Do directors make more in Nashville than the national average?
Yes: $64,340 against $52,100 nationally, 23% more.
How does Nashville compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $61,940, so Nashville pays 4% more.
Where does Nashville rank for director pay?
10 of 85 metro areas with data.
How much does a director make starting out in Nashville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $27,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $107,300 or more.
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.