How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Tennessee?
$80,050a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in Tennessee. That is $38.49 an hour or $6,671 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.49
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,090Median: $80,050Highest 10%: $109,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,090 | $28.89 | |
| 25th | $65,480 | $31.48 | |
| Median | $80,050 | $38.49 | |
| 75th | $98,160 | $47.19 | |
| 90th | $109,800 | $52.80 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Knoxville, TN | $81,600 |
| Nashville, TN | $81,600 |
| Memphis, TN | $80,380 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $66,020 |
| Kingsport, TN | $64,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| 20. Minnesota | $81,280 |
| 21. North Dakota | $80,710 |
| 22. North Carolina | $80,400 |
| 23. Tennessee | $80,050 |
| 24. Louisiana | $79,960 |
| 25. Alabama | $79,690 |
| 26. Maine | $79,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $38.49 ($80,050 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $80,050 against $80,250 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays nursing instructor and teachers the most?
Knoxville, TN, with a median of $81,600 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.