How much does a life make in Tennessee?
$62,050a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Tennessee. That is $29.83 an hour or $5,171 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.83
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,220Median: $62,050Highest 10%: $81,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,220 | $17.89 | |
| 25th | $51,620 | $24.82 | |
| Median | $62,050 | $29.83 | |
| 75th | $76,250 | $36.66 | |
| 90th | $81,050 | $38.97 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $76,250 |
| Knoxville, TN | $62,050 |
| Clarksville, TN | $59,950 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,330 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $49,040 |
| Johnson City, TN | $38,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 19. Colorado | $63,760 |
| 20. Vermont | $63,460 |
| 21. Florida | $63,180 |
| 22. Tennessee | $62,050 |
| 23. Oregon | $60,810 |
| 24. West Virginia | $59,750 |
| 25. Alabama | $59,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.83 ($62,050 a year).
Do lifes make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $62,050 against $62,280 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for life pay?
Tennessee ranks 22 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays lifes the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $76,250 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.