Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$62,830
$30.21/hr
Salary Range
$42,360 – $83,820
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
10,100
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.5%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$68,667
real purchasing power
1.5% below the national median ($63,760)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$42,360 (entry)$62,830 (median)$83,820 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.7%
$9,905 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsport-Bristol | $68,580 | 900 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $65,280 | 2,340 |
| Memphis | $64,090 | 1,610 |
| Knoxville | $63,810 | 1,300 |
| Clarksville | $63,700 | 430 |
| Jackson | $63,150 | 450 |
| Morristown | $57,740 | 260 |
| Chattanooga | $57,360 | 1,330 |
| Cleveland | $55,490 | 250 |
| Johnson City | $52,950 | 180 |
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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.