How much does a geological technician make in Tennessee?
$63,050a year
Median yearly pay for geological technicians in Tennessee. That is $30.31 an hour or $5,254 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.31
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,760Median: $63,050Highest 10%: $76,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,760 | $20.56 | |
| 25th | $55,690 | $26.77 | |
| Median | $63,050 | $30.31 | |
| 75th | $71,930 | $34.58 | |
| 90th | $76,110 | $36.59 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $60,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geological technicians.
| 7. Washington | $63,910 |
| 8. Nebraska | $63,160 |
| 9. Wyoming | $63,070 |
| 10. Tennessee | $63,050 |
| 11. Colorado | $61,780 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $61,630 |
| 13. New Mexico | $59,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geological technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $30.31 ($63,050 a year).
Do geological technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $63,050 against $53,350 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for geological technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 10 of 35 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays geological technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $60,910 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.