Electrical Power-Line Installers (Linemen) Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$80,160
$38.54/hr
Salary Range
$45,950 – $101,200
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
4,020
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.8%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$87,607
real purchasing power
13.4% below the national median ($92,560)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$45,950 (entry)$80,160 (median)$101,200 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+31.8%
$19,880 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Morristown | $95,390 | 60 |
| Johnson City | $94,190 | 50 |
| Cleveland | $94,010 | 70 |
| Knoxville | $88,350 | 510 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $84,820 | 110 |
| Jackson | $82,550 | 100 |
| Clarksville | $82,110 | 200 |
| Memphis | $77,340 | 390 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $77,280 | 1,290 |
| Chattanooga | $75,130 | 630 |
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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.