How much does an urban and regional planner make in Tennessee?
$78,970a year
Median yearly pay for urban and regional planners in Tennessee. That is $37.97 an hour or $6,581 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.97
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,990Median: $78,970Highest 10%: $105,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 25th | $62,780 | $30.18 | |
| Median | $78,970 | $37.97 | |
| 75th | $98,010 | $47.12 | |
| 90th | $105,700 | $50.82 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $84,350 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $62,780 |
| Memphis, TN | $61,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for urban and regional planners.
| 31. Ohio | $79,950 |
| 32. Maine | $79,120 |
| 33. Iowa | $79,100 |
| 34. Tennessee | $78,970 |
| 35. Michigan | $78,510 |
| 36. North Dakota | $78,500 |
| 37. New Mexico | $77,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an urban and regional planner make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $37.97 ($78,970 a year).
Do urban and regional planners make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $78,970 against $89,320 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for urban and regional planner pay?
Tennessee ranks 34 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays urban and regional planners the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $84,350 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.