How much does an educational make in Memphis?
$65,290a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $31.39 an hour or $5,441 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.39
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 126 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 1,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,620Median: $65,290Highest 10%: $84,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,620 | $21.93 | |
| 25th | $51,580 | $24.80 | |
| Median | $65,290 | $31.39 | |
| 75th | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| 90th | $84,550 | $40.65 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| Cleveland, TN | $62,820 |
| Clarksville, TN | $60,760 |
| Nashville, TN | $60,550 |
| Kingsport, TN | $60,350 |
| Knoxville, TN | $58,640 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $56,660 |
| Jackson, TN | $55,400 |
| Morristown, TN | $48,760 |
| Johnson City, TN | $45,250 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,430 |
| Clergy | $59,240 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $56,090 |
| Social Worker | $53,680 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,260 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,870 |
| Health Education Specialist | $49,630 |
| Counselor | $49,600 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $46,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $31.39 ($65,290 a year).
Do educationals make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $65,290 against $64,330 nationally, 1% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $59,960, so Memphis pays 9% more.
Where does Memphis rank for educational pay?
126 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,620 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,550 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.