Electricians Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$59,190
$28.46/hr
Salary Range
$38,360 – $80,800
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
19,500
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.2%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$64,689
real purchasing power
5.1% below the national median ($62,350)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,360 (entry)$59,190 (median)$80,800 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+17.3%
$10,375 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $61,130 | 7,630 |
| Chattanooga | $58,770 | 2,060 |
| Cleveland | $58,350 | 160 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $58,310 | 710 |
| Memphis | $57,770 | 2,970 |
| Clarksville | $57,350 | 460 |
| Jackson | $56,020 | 520 |
| Morristown | $56,010 | 200 |
| Knoxville | $53,430 | 2,340 |
| Johnson City | $51,580 | 300 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.