How much does a tool and die maker make in Tennessee?
$60,760a year
Median yearly pay for tool and die makers in Tennessee. That is $29.21 an hour or $5,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.21
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,600Median: $60,760Highest 10%: $81,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,600 | $21.92 | |
| 25th | $49,230 | $23.67 | |
| Median | $60,760 | $29.21 | |
| 75th | $72,710 | $34.96 | |
| 90th | $81,390 | $39.13 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $69,210 |
| Knoxville, TN | $63,180 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $61,720 |
| Memphis, TN | $60,760 |
| Jackson, TN | $57,240 |
| Johnson City, TN | $56,460 |
| Kingsport, TN | $48,730 |
| Morristown, TN | $48,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tool and die makers.
| 30. Pennsylvania | $61,160 |
| 31. North Carolina | $61,060 |
| 32. Missouri | $60,810 |
| 33. Tennessee | $60,760 |
| 34. Georgia | $60,020 |
| 35. South Dakota | $59,770 |
| 36. Arizona | $59,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tool and die maker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $29.21 ($60,760 a year).
Do tool and die makers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $60,760 against $64,050 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for tool and die maker pay?
Tennessee ranks 33 of 45 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays tool and die makers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $69,210 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.