Chemists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for chemists is $42.27 an hour ($87,930 a year). About 960 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($91,240). Tennessee ranks 24th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for chemists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.33 | $48,530 |
| 25% of workers | $28.09 | $58,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.27 | $87,930 |
| 75% of workers | $50.02 | $104,030 |
| 90% of workers | $63.77 | $132,630 |
Chemists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $99,790 | 100 |
| Chattanooga | $92,490 | 50 |
| Memphis | $76,980 | 120 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $48,530 | 320 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chemists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 5,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $76,840 |
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