How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Tennessee?
$31,020a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in Tennessee. That is $14.91 an hour or $2,585 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.91
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,490Median: $31,020Highest 10%: $42,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,490 | $11.29 | |
| 25th | $29,450 | $14.16 | |
| Median | $31,020 | $14.91 | |
| 75th | $36,330 | $17.47 | |
| 90th | $42,060 | $20.22 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $34,630 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $31,500 |
| Memphis, TN | $31,200 |
| Knoxville, TN | $30,620 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworker and laborers.
| 44. New Mexico | $31,150 |
| 45. North Dakota | $31,080 |
| 46. West Virginia | $31,050 |
| 47. Tennessee | $31,020 |
| 48. Florida | $30,640 |
| 49. Georgia | $30,300 |
| 50. Mississippi | $30,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $14.91 ($31,020 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $31,020 against $35,660 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
Tennessee ranks 47 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays farmworker and laborers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $34,630 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.