How much does a traffic technician make in Tennessee?
$44,970a year
Median yearly pay for traffic technicians in Tennessee. That is $21.62 an hour or $3,748 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.62
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,480Median: $44,970Highest 10%: $62,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| 25th | $44,090 | $21.20 | |
| Median | $44,970 | $21.62 | |
| 75th | $54,190 | $26.05 | |
| 90th | $62,140 | $29.88 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $47,670 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,780 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $44,690 |
| Knoxville, TN | $44,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for traffic technicians.
| 31. Texas | $48,770 |
| 32. Georgia | $48,110 |
| 33. Kansas | $47,100 |
| 34. Tennessee | $44,970 |
| 35. Louisiana | $42,710 |
| 36. Michigan | $37,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a traffic technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $21.62 ($44,970 a year).
Do traffic technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $44,970 against $59,090 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for traffic technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 34 of 36 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays traffic technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $47,670 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.