How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make in Tennessee?
$74,090a year
Median yearly pay for philosophy and religion teachers in Tennessee. That is $35.62 an hour or $6,174 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.62
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,080Median: $74,090Highest 10%: $121,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,080 | $28.40 | |
| 25th | $61,950 | $29.78 | |
| Median | $74,090 | $35.62 | |
| 75th | $94,350 | $45.36 | |
| 90th | $121,200 | $58.27 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $77,910 |
| Memphis, TN | $77,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for philosophy and religion teachers.
| 32. Missouri | $75,280 |
| 33. Nebraska | $75,280 |
| 34. Arkansas | $74,100 |
| 35. Tennessee | $74,090 |
| 36. North Dakota | $71,360 |
| 37. Kentucky | $65,580 |
| 38. Kansas | $65,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a philosophy and religion teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $35.62 ($74,090 a year).
Do philosophy and religion teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $74,090 against $80,260 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for philosophy and religion teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 35 of 43 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays philosophy and religion teachers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $77,910 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.