How much does a residential advisor make in Tennessee?
$34,700a year
Median yearly pay for residential advisors in Tennessee. That is $16.68 an hour or $2,892 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.68
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,930Median: $34,700Highest 10%: $49,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,930 | $13.43 | |
| 25th | $30,950 | $14.88 | |
| Median | $34,700 | $16.68 | |
| 75th | $42,830 | $20.59 | |
| 90th | $49,830 | $23.96 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Johnson City, TN | $37,750 |
| Memphis, TN | $36,430 |
| Nashville, TN | $36,010 |
| Knoxville, TN | $35,670 |
| Cleveland, TN | $32,830 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $32,750 |
| Kingsport, TN | $29,940 |
| Jackson, TN | $29,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for residential advisors.
| 41. Missouri | $36,510 |
| 42. South Carolina | $35,780 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $35,390 |
| 44. Tennessee | $34,700 |
| 45. Delaware | $34,530 |
| 46. Wyoming | $34,500 |
| 47. Louisiana | $33,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a residential advisor make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $16.68 ($34,700 a year).
Do residential advisors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $34,700 against $42,240 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for residential advisor pay?
Tennessee ranks 44 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays residential advisors the most?
Johnson City, TN, with a median of $37,750 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.