How much does a protective service worker make in Tennessee?
$44,100a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Tennessee. That is $21.20 an hour or $3,675 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.20
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,170Median: $44,100Highest 10%: $77,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,170 | $15.95 | |
| 25th | $36,120 | $17.37 | |
| Median | $44,100 | $21.20 | |
| 75th | $62,090 | $29.85 | |
| 90th | $77,340 | $37.18 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $47,990 |
| Knoxville, TN | $45,620 |
| Memphis, TN | $45,040 |
| Kingsport, TN | $43,490 |
| Johnson City, TN | $36,110 |
| Clarksville, TN | $27,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 31. Colorado | $44,340 |
| 32. Florida | $44,310 |
| 33. South Carolina | $44,130 |
| 34. Tennessee | $44,100 |
| 35. North Carolina | $43,740 |
| 36. West Virginia | $43,700 |
| 37. South Dakota | $42,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $21.20 ($44,100 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $44,100 against $42,540 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for protective service worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 34 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays protective service workers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $47,990 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.