How much does a survey researcher make in Tennessee?
$66,900a year
Median yearly pay for survey researchers in Tennessee. That is $32.16 an hour or $5,575 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.16
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $66,900Highest 10%: $97,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $61,600 | $29.62 | |
| Median | $66,900 | $32.16 | |
| 75th | $82,100 | $39.47 | |
| 90th | $97,380 | $46.82 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $70,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for survey researchers.
| 15. Massachusetts | $74,890 |
| 16. Alaska | $70,560 |
| 17. Washington | $69,590 |
| 18. Tennessee | $66,900 |
| 19. Missouri | $66,460 |
| 20. Oregon | $64,660 |
| 21. Nebraska | $64,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a survey researcher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $32.16 ($66,900 a year).
Do survey researchers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $66,900 against $69,460 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for survey researcher pay?
Tennessee ranks 18 of 31 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays survey researchers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $70,400 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.