How much does a psychology teacher make in Tennessee?
$76,010a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Tennessee. That is $36.54 an hour or $6,334 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.54
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,860Median: $76,010Highest 10%: $127,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,860 | $24.45 | |
| 25th | $61,580 | $29.61 | |
| Median | $76,010 | $36.54 | |
| 75th | $96,130 | $46.22 | |
| 90th | $127,800 | $61.42 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Knoxville, TN | $81,030 |
| Nashville, TN | $78,660 |
| Memphis, TN | $76,190 |
| Jackson, TN | $65,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 35. Montana | $77,120 |
| 36. Texas | $77,060 |
| 37. Colorado | $76,810 |
| 38. Tennessee | $76,010 |
| 39. Pennsylvania | $75,960 |
| 40. Alabama | $75,340 |
| 41. North Carolina | $75,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $36.54 ($76,010 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $76,010 against $80,340 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for psychology teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 38 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays psychology teachers the most?
Knoxville, TN, with a median of $81,030 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.