Family Medicine Physicians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for family medicine physicians is $109.05 an hour ($226,830 a year). About 2,260 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($244,180). Tennessee ranks 41st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for family medicine physicians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.21 | $100,290 |
| 25% of workers | $79.98 | $166,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $109.05 | $226,830 |
| 75% of workers | $212.39 | $441,770 |
| 90% of workers | $231.35 | $481,200 |
Family Medicine Physicians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $460,080 | 590 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $352,590 | 150 |
| Chattanooga | $264,690 | 90 |
| Memphis | $256,240 | 360 |
| Clarksville | $215,380 | 30 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $211,370 | 650 |
| Johnson City | $77,610 | 130 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for family medicine physicians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 2,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Physicians, All Other | $301,290 |
| Physician Assistants | $118,240 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $232,220 |
| Pediatricians, General | $176,210 |
| Cardiologists | $610,080 |
| Pharmacists | $133,390 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,140 |
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