How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Tennessee?
$62,270a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in Tennessee. That is $29.94 an hour or $5,189 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.94
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,320Median: $62,270Highest 10%: $94,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| 25th | $52,160 | $25.08 | |
| Median | $62,270 | $29.94 | |
| 75th | $78,150 | $37.57 | |
| 90th | $94,160 | $45.27 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $70,880 |
| Memphis, TN | $64,510 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $63,590 |
| Knoxville, TN | $56,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 34. Minnesota | $63,990 |
| 35. Massachusetts | $62,390 |
| 36. North Carolina | $62,360 |
| 37. Tennessee | $62,270 |
| 38. Utah | $61,870 |
| 39. Oklahoma | $61,480 |
| 40. Alabama | $60,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.94 ($62,270 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $62,270 against $74,510 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 37 of 44 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays mechanical engineering technologist and technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $70,880 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.