Graphic Designers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for graphic designers is $27.54 an hour ($57,270 a year). About 3,880 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($62,960). Tennessee ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for graphic designers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.22 | $37,910 |
| 25% of workers | $22.84 | $47,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.54 | $57,270 |
| 75% of workers | $36.14 | $75,170 |
| 90% of workers | $44.49 | $92,540 |
Graphic Designers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $60,370 | 1,590 |
| Memphis | $59,000 | 590 |
| Cleveland | $57,290 | 30 |
| Knoxville | $56,720 | 470 |
| Chattanooga | $55,250 | 300 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $49,570 | 100 |
| Johnson City | $48,690 | 50 |
| Clarksville | $48,520 | 0 |
| Jackson | $48,040 | 40 |
| Morristown | $47,340 | 0 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for graphic designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -1.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 16,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $122,430 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $63,510 |
| Interior Designers | $63,660 |
| Art Directors | $89,860 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designers | $71,230 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $34,500 |
| Floral Designers | $36,220 |
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