Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for electrical power-line installers and repairers is $40.22 an hour ($83,660 a year). About 3,900 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($95,320). Tennessee ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electrical power-line installers and repairers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.00 | $58,240 |
| 25% of workers | $31.82 | $66,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.22 | $83,660 |
| 75% of workers | $46.63 | $96,980 |
| 90% of workers | $50.48 | $105,000 |
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $99,780 | 440 |
| Memphis | $97,150 | 340 |
| Johnson City | $96,530 | 40 |
| Cleveland | $93,910 | 60 |
| Morristown | $92,250 | 50 |
| Clarksville | $83,760 | 140 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $83,230 | 1,260 |
| Jackson | $80,940 | 110 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $78,860 | 110 |
| Chattanooga | $78,240 | 550 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electrical power-line installers and repairers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +10.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 10,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Electricians | $61,090 |
| Helpers--Electricians | $39,710 |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers | $63,510 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $47,240 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanics | $65,010 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | $55,490 |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | $38,490 |
| Medical Equipment Repairers | $48,530 |
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