How much does a paramedic make in Tennessee?
$57,690a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Tennessee. That is $27.74 an hour or $4,808 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.74
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,410Median: $57,690Highest 10%: $80,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,410 | $19.91 | |
| 25th | $48,510 | $23.32 | |
| Median | $57,690 | $27.74 | |
| 75th | $76,570 | $36.81 | |
| 90th | $80,190 | $38.55 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $66,830 |
| Nashville, TN | $63,450 |
| Clarksville, TN | $60,330 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $53,220 |
| Jackson, TN | $51,550 |
| Knoxville, TN | $51,130 |
| Johnson City, TN | $49,250 |
| Kingsport, TN | $47,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 30. Nevada | $59,280 |
| 31. Missouri | $59,180 |
| 32. Arizona | $58,600 |
| 33. Tennessee | $57,690 |
| 34. Georgia | $57,660 |
| 35. Texas | $57,500 |
| 36. North Carolina | $57,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $27.74 ($57,690 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $57,690 against $60,600 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for paramedic pay?
Tennessee ranks 33 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays paramedics the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $66,830 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.