How much does a healthcare support worker make in Memphis?
$52,440a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $25.21 an hour or $4,370 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.21
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 62 of 282
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,920Median: $52,440Highest 10%: $66,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,920 | $17.27 | |
| 25th | $45,540 | $21.89 | |
| Median | $52,440 | $25.21 | |
| 75th | $60,850 | $29.25 | |
| 90th | $66,140 | $31.80 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for healthcare support workers.
| Chattanooga, TN | $57,400 |
| Clarksville, TN | $51,060 |
| Johnson City, TN | $51,060 |
| Knoxville, TN | $43,260 |
| Nashville, TN | $41,060 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $64,010 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,560 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,200 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,470 |
| Massage Therapist | $47,320 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,480 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,480 |
| Medical Assistant | $39,260 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $38,080 |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare support worker make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $25.21 ($52,440 a year).
Do healthcare support workers make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $52,440 against $48,430 nationally, 8% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $47,940, so Memphis pays 9% more.
Where does Memphis rank for healthcare support worker pay?
62 of 282 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare support worker make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,920 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,140 or more.
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.