Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for diagnostic medical sonographers is $38.77 an hour ($80,640 a year). About 1,880 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($96,590). Tennessee ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for diagnostic medical sonographers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.91 | $62,220 |
| 25% of workers | $34.77 | $72,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.77 | $80,640 |
| 75% of workers | $45.38 | $94,390 |
| 90% of workers | $48.96 | $101,830 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $89,710 | 500 |
| Memphis | $82,930 | 390 |
| Jackson | $82,000 | 90 |
| Knoxville | $79,360 | 280 |
| Johnson City | $78,970 | 90 |
| Chattanooga | $78,670 | 190 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $75,440 | 110 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for diagnostic medical sonographers
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +13.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 6,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $64,630 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,530 |
| Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists | $78,610 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,940 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,180 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $76,650 |
| Surgical Assistants | $81,640 |
| Cardiologists | $610,080 |
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