First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for first-line supervisors of security workers is $24.44 an hour ($50,830 a year). About 1,850 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($55,940). Tennessee ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for first-line supervisors of security workers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.02 | $37,480 |
| 25% of workers | $18.98 | $39,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.44 | $50,830 |
| 75% of workers | $37.03 | $77,030 |
| 90% of workers | $48.24 | $100,350 |
First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $100,340 | 180 |
| Memphis | $50,830 | 580 |
| Knoxville | $48,710 | 190 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $47,600 | 730 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for first-line supervisors of security workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,800 openings a year (BLS)
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