How much does a life scientist make in Tennessee?
$108,800a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Tennessee. That is $52.29 an hour or $9,064 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.29
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $98,020Median: $108,800Highest 10%: $121,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $98,020 | $47.13 | |
| 25th | $108,800 | $52.29 | |
| Median | $108,800 | $52.29 | |
| 75th | $108,800 | $52.29 | |
| 90th | $121,300 | $58.33 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 5. Oregon | $113,500 |
| 6. Alabama | $110,600 |
| 7. Maryland | $109,700 |
| 8. Tennessee | $108,800 |
| 9. New Jersey | $103,900 |
| 10. California | $102,800 |
| 11. Washington | $100,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $52.29 ($108,800 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $108,800 against $93,750 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for life scientist pay?
Tennessee ranks 8 of 32 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.