How much does a producer and director make in Tennessee?
$73,020a year
Median yearly pay for producer and directors in Tennessee. That is $35.11 an hour or $6,085 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.11
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,920
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,120Median: $73,020Highest 10%: $132,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,120 | $17.37 | |
| 25th | $49,650 | $23.87 | |
| Median | $73,020 | $35.11 | |
| 75th | $99,220 | $47.70 | |
| 90th | $132,600 | $63.75 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $79,590 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $61,660 |
| Memphis, TN | $60,440 |
| Knoxville, TN | $58,660 |
| Kingsport, TN | $43,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for producer and directors.
| 16. Minnesota | $76,360 |
| 17. Utah | $76,350 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $75,460 |
| 19. Tennessee | $73,020 |
| 20. Delaware | $72,650 |
| 21. Texas | $71,710 |
| 22. Maine | $71,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a producer and director make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $35.11 ($73,020 a year).
Do producer and directors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $73,020 against $90,360 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for producer and director pay?
Tennessee ranks 19 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays producer and directors the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $79,590 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.