How much does a transportation worker make in Tennessee?
$46,280a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in Tennessee. That is $22.25 an hour or $3,857 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.25
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,120Median: $46,280Highest 10%: $66,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,120 | $12.56 | |
| 25th | $34,390 | $16.53 | |
| Median | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| 75th | $62,800 | $30.19 | |
| 90th | $66,650 | $32.04 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $56,870 |
| Johnson City, TN | $40,340 |
| Nashville, TN | $38,240 |
| Knoxville, TN | $34,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 12. Maine | $50,800 |
| 13. New York | $48,450 |
| 14. California | $47,590 |
| 15. Tennessee | $46,280 |
| 16. Minnesota | $45,200 |
| 17. Georgia | $44,070 |
| 18. North Carolina | $43,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $22.25 ($46,280 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $46,280 against $45,650 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for transportation worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 15 of 36 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays transportation workers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $56,870 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.