How much does a pesticide handler make in Tennessee?
$47,340a year
Median yearly pay for pesticide handlers in Tennessee. That is $22.76 an hour or $3,945 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.76
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 44
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,160Median: $47,340Highest 10%: $56,150
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,160 | $21.23 | |
| 25th | $45,480 | $21.87 | |
| Median | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| 75th | $49,610 | $23.85 | |
| 90th | $56,150 | $27.00 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $49,600 |
| Memphis, TN | $45,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pesticide handlers.
| 19. Idaho | $47,630 |
| 20. Nebraska | $47,500 |
| 21. Washington | $47,360 |
| 22. Tennessee | $47,340 |
| 23. Colorado | $47,020 |
| 24. Iowa | $46,740 |
| 25. South Dakota | $46,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pesticide handler make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $22.76 ($47,340 a year).
Do pesticide handlers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $47,340 against $46,340 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for pesticide handler pay?
Tennessee ranks 22 of 44 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays pesticide handlers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $49,600 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.