How much does an economist make in Tennessee?
$117,700a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Tennessee. That is $56.56 an hour or $9,804 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.56
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,610Median: $117,700Highest 10%: $162,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,610 | $40.20 | |
| 25th | $96,170 | $46.24 | |
| Median | $117,700 | $56.56 | |
| 75th | $145,200 | $69.82 | |
| 90th | $162,700 | $78.21 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $117,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 14. Colorado | $121,400 |
| 15. Ohio | $120,000 |
| 16. California | $119,400 |
| 17. Tennessee | $117,700 |
| 18. Missouri | $117,000 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $115,000 |
| 20. Alaska | $111,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $56.56 ($117,700 a year).
Do economists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $117,700 against $124,700 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for economist pay?
Tennessee ranks 17 of 40 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays economists the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $117,000 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.