How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Tennessee?
$76,480a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Tennessee. That is $36.77 an hour or $6,373 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.77
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,890Median: $76,480Highest 10%: $127,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,890 | $23.02 | |
| 25th | $59,790 | $28.75 | |
| Median | $76,480 | $36.77 | |
| 75th | $87,980 | $42.30 | |
| 90th | $127,300 | $61.19 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $81,110 |
| Knoxville, TN | $78,020 |
| Jackson, TN | $65,350 |
| Memphis, TN | $63,310 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $60,190 |
| Clarksville, TN | $60,170 |
| Kingsport, TN | $59,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 17. South Carolina | $77,940 |
| 18. Montana | $77,550 |
| 19. Arizona | $76,700 |
| 20. Tennessee | $76,480 |
| 21. Indiana | $76,390 |
| 22. Kansas | $75,790 |
| 23. Ohio | $75,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $36.77 ($76,480 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $76,480 against $77,640 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 20 of 48 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $81,110 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.