How much does a grounds maintenance worker make in Tennessee?
$39,980a year
Median yearly pay for grounds maintenance workers in Tennessee. That is $19.22 an hour or $3,332 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.22
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,330Median: $39,980Highest 10%: $51,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,330 | $14.10 | |
| 25th | $29,640 | $14.25 | |
| Median | $39,980 | $19.22 | |
| 75th | $46,290 | $22.25 | |
| 90th | $51,210 | $24.62 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $46,310 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,160 |
| Knoxville, TN | $40,550 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $38,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grounds maintenance workers.
| 29. Michigan | $43,910 |
| 30. Nevada | $43,230 |
| 31. Vermont | $42,680 |
| 32. Tennessee | $39,980 |
| 33. Georgia | $39,840 |
| 34. Wyoming | $38,660 |
| 35. West Virginia | $38,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grounds maintenance worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $19.22 ($39,980 a year).
Do grounds maintenance workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $39,980 against $46,860 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for grounds maintenance worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 32 of 39 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays grounds maintenance workers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $46,310 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.