How much does a director make in Tennessee?
$61,940a year
Median yearly pay for directors in Tennessee. That is $29.78 an hour or $5,162 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.78
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,120Median: $61,940Highest 10%: $101,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,120 | $12.08 | |
| 25th | $47,760 | $22.96 | |
| Median | $61,940 | $29.78 | |
| 75th | $84,770 | $40.75 | |
| 90th | $101,900 | $49.01 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $64,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for directors.
| 8. North Carolina | $63,280 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $62,930 |
| 10. Nevada | $62,460 |
| 11. Tennessee | $61,940 |
| 12. District of Columbia | $61,870 |
| 13. California | $61,570 |
| 14. Virginia | $59,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.78 ($61,940 a year).
Do directors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $61,940 against $52,100 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for director pay?
Tennessee ranks 11 of 43 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays directors the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $64,340 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.