How much does a geoscientist make in Tennessee?
$77,870a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Tennessee. That is $37.44 an hour or $6,489 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.44
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,230Median: $77,870Highest 10%: $118,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,230 | $27.03 | |
| 25th | $63,790 | $30.67 | |
| Median | $77,870 | $37.44 | |
| 75th | $100,300 | $48.24 | |
| 90th | $118,100 | $56.78 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $83,970 |
| Knoxville, TN | $77,870 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $63,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 37. Minnesota | $80,540 |
| 38. Kansas | $80,080 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $78,610 |
| 40. Tennessee | $77,870 |
| 41. Kentucky | $77,510 |
| 42. West Virginia | $76,060 |
| 43. Montana | $75,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $37.44 ($77,870 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $77,870 against $101,900 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for geoscientist pay?
Tennessee ranks 40 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays geoscientists the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $83,970 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.