How much does a social sciences teacher make in Tennessee?
$71,680a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in Tennessee. That is $34.46 an hour or $5,973 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.46
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,050Median: $71,680Highest 10%: $85,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,050 | $22.62 | |
| 25th | $60,590 | $29.13 | |
| Median | $71,680 | $34.46 | |
| 75th | $77,380 | $37.20 | |
| 90th | $85,640 | $41.17 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $77,440 |
| Knoxville, TN | $64,880 |
| Memphis, TN | $64,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 19. Ohio | $73,590 |
| 20. Washington | $72,670 |
| 21. Oregon | $72,420 |
| 22. Tennessee | $71,680 |
| 23. Arizona | $71,230 |
| 24. Maryland | $68,650 |
| 25. Maine | $66,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $34.46 ($71,680 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $71,680 against $72,990 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for social sciences teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 22 of 40 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays social sciences teachers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $77,440 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.