How much does a marriage and family therapist make in Memphis?
$43,830a year
Median yearly pay for marriage and family therapists in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $21.07 an hour or $3,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.07
- Vs. national median
- -35%
- Rank among cities
- 125 of 131
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,490Median: $43,830Highest 10%: $72,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,490 | $15.62 | |
| 25th | $38,390 | $18.46 | |
| Median | $43,830 | $21.07 | |
| 75th | $48,120 | $23.13 | |
| 90th | $72,060 | $34.64 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for marriage and family therapists.
| Johnson City, TN | $50,540 |
| Jackson, TN | $48,600 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $48,050 |
| Nashville, TN | $47,650 |
| Knoxville, TN | $42,610 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $65,290 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,430 |
| Clergy | $59,240 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $56,090 |
| Social Worker | $53,680 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,260 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,870 |
| Health Education Specialist | $49,630 |
| Counselor | $49,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a marriage and family therapist make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $21.07 ($43,830 a year).
Do marriage and family therapists make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $43,830 against $66,940 nationally, 35% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $46,700, so Memphis pays 6% less.
Where does Memphis rank for marriage and family therapist pay?
125 of 131 metro areas with data.
How much does a marriage and family therapist make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,060 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.