How much does a grader and sorter make in Tennessee?
$36,880a year
Median yearly pay for grader and sorters in Tennessee. That is $17.73 an hour or $3,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.73
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,670Median: $36,880Highest 10%: $41,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,670 | $16.67 | |
| 25th | $36,090 | $17.35 | |
| Median | $36,880 | $17.73 | |
| 75th | $40,340 | $19.39 | |
| 90th | $41,450 | $19.93 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grader and sorters.
| 15. Kansas | $38,170 |
| 16. New Jersey | $37,880 |
| 17. Kentucky | $37,300 |
| 18. Tennessee | $36,880 |
| 19. California | $36,330 |
| 20. Louisiana | $36,090 |
| 21. Texas | $36,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grader and sorter make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $17.73 ($36,880 a year).
Do grader and sorters make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $36,880 against $35,730 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for grader and sorter pay?
Tennessee ranks 18 of 37 states.
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.