How much does a fish and game warden make in Tennessee?
$75,930a year
Median yearly pay for fish and game wardens in Tennessee. That is $36.50 an hour or $6,328 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.50
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,690Median: $75,930Highest 10%: $95,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,690 | $30.62 | |
| 25th | $66,550 | $32.00 | |
| Median | $75,930 | $36.50 | |
| 75th | $83,960 | $40.37 | |
| 90th | $95,050 | $45.70 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $81,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fish and game wardens.
| 9. New York | $80,060 |
| 10. North Dakota | $79,520 |
| 11. Georgia | $79,440 |
| 12. Tennessee | $75,930 |
| 13. Ohio | $75,880 |
| 14. Vermont | $74,940 |
| 15. Alabama | $74,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fish and game warden make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $36.50 ($75,930 a year).
Do fish and game wardens make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $75,930 against $74,060 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for fish and game warden pay?
Tennessee ranks 12 of 35 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays fish and game wardens the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $81,490 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.