How much does a graphic designer make in Tennessee?
$57,270a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Tennessee. That is $27.53 an hour or $4,773 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.53
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,910Median: $57,270Highest 10%: $92,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,910 | $18.23 | |
| 25th | $47,510 | $22.84 | |
| Median | $57,270 | $27.53 | |
| 75th | $75,170 | $36.14 | |
| 90th | $92,540 | $44.49 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $60,370 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,000 |
| Cleveland, TN | $57,290 |
| Knoxville, TN | $56,720 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $55,250 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,570 |
| Johnson City, TN | $48,690 |
| Clarksville, TN | $48,520 |
| Jackson, TN | $48,040 |
| Morristown, TN | $47,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 29. North Carolina | $58,450 |
| 30. Hawaii | $58,070 |
| 31. Michigan | $57,350 |
| 32. Tennessee | $57,270 |
| 33. South Carolina | $57,170 |
| 34. Montana | $56,890 |
| 35. Missouri | $56,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $27.53 ($57,270 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $57,270 against $62,960 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for graphic designer pay?
Tennessee ranks 32 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays graphic designers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $60,370 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.