How much does a lighting technician make in Tennessee?
$60,870a year
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians in Tennessee. That is $29.26 an hour or $5,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.26
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,140Median: $60,870Highest 10%: $137,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,140 | $20.74 | |
| 25th | $45,400 | $21.83 | |
| Median | $60,870 | $29.26 | |
| 75th | $82,920 | $39.87 | |
| 90th | $137,200 | $65.96 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $62,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lighting technicians.
| 8. Louisiana | $66,840 |
| 9. Florida | $62,190 |
| 10. Nevada | $61,250 |
| 11. Tennessee | $60,870 |
| 12. Virginia | $60,340 |
| 13. Michigan | $60,210 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $60,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lighting technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.26 ($60,870 a year).
Do lighting technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $60,870 against $68,060 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for lighting technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 11 of 27 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays lighting technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $62,790 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.