How much does a pest control worker make in Tennessee?
$39,690a year
Median yearly pay for pest control workers in Tennessee. That is $19.08 an hour or $3,308 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.08
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,570Median: $39,690Highest 10%: $56,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,570 | $14.70 | |
| 25th | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| Median | $39,690 | $19.08 | |
| 75th | $46,480 | $22.35 | |
| 90th | $56,270 | $27.05 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $44,350 |
| Knoxville, TN | $41,710 |
| Clarksville, TN | $40,150 |
| Memphis, TN | $39,860 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $38,410 |
| Jackson, TN | $38,410 |
| Kingsport, TN | $38,110 |
| Johnson City, TN | $36,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pest control workers.
| 36. Minnesota | $41,640 |
| 37. Idaho | $40,220 |
| 38. Ohio | $40,110 |
| 39. Tennessee | $39,690 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $39,050 |
| 41. Nebraska | $38,960 |
| 42. Kansas | $38,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pest control worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $19.08 ($39,690 a year).
Do pest control workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $39,690 against $45,250 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for pest control worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 39 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays pest control workers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $44,350 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.