How much does a sociology teacher make in Tennessee?
$77,370a year
Median yearly pay for sociology teachers in Tennessee. That is $37.20 an hour or $6,448 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.20
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,030Median: $77,370Highest 10%: $122,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,030 | $24.05 | |
| 25th | $61,510 | $29.57 | |
| Median | $77,370 | $37.20 | |
| 75th | $101,200 | $48.65 | |
| 90th | $122,800 | $59.05 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $85,070 |
| Knoxville, TN | $83,050 |
| Memphis, TN | $79,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociology teachers.
| 32. Missouri | $77,800 |
| 33. New Mexico | $77,740 |
| 34. West Virginia | $77,380 |
| 35. Tennessee | $77,370 |
| 36. North Carolina | $76,430 |
| 37. Nebraska | $76,230 |
| 38. Maine | $76,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociology teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $37.20 ($77,370 a year).
Do sociology teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $77,370 against $84,290 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for sociology teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 35 of 46 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays sociology teachers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $85,070 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.