How much does an entertainer and performer make in Tennessee?
$41,430a year
Median yearly pay for entertainer and performers in Tennessee. That is $19.92 an hour or $3,453 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.92
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 29
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $44,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for entertainer and performers.
| 9. Nebraska | $45,220 |
| 10. Arizona | $44,640 |
| 11. Oregon | $43,040 |
| 12. Tennessee | $41,430 |
| 13. Washington | $41,370 |
| 14. Illinois | $40,960 |
| 15. Kentucky | $39,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an entertainer and performer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $19.92 ($41,430 a year).
Do entertainer and performers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $41,430 against $39,150 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for entertainer and performer pay?
Tennessee ranks 12 of 29 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays entertainer and performers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $44,990 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.