How much does a psychologist make in Tennessee?
$138,100a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in Tennessee. That is $66.38 an hour or $11,510 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.38
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,920Median: $138,100Highest 10%: $163,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,920 | $37.94 | |
| 25th | $115,900 | $55.74 | |
| Median | $138,100 | $66.38 | |
| 75th | $154,600 | $74.31 | |
| 90th | $163,200 | $78.45 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $138,300 |
| Nashville, TN | $138,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 4. Oklahoma | $141,300 |
| 5. Virginia | $140,600 |
| 6. Iowa | $138,400 |
| 7. Tennessee | $138,100 |
| 8. Arizona | $137,500 |
| 9. South Carolina | $137,000 |
| 10. Alabama | $136,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $66.38 ($138,100 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $138,100 against $110,800 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for psychologist pay?
Tennessee ranks 7 of 42 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays psychologists the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $138,300 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.