Helpers--Production Workers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for helpers--production workers is $18.43 an hour ($38,330 a year). About 5,270 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($39,070). Tennessee ranks 35th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for helpers--production workers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.56 | $30,280 |
| 25% of workers | $16.92 | $35,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.43 | $38,330 |
| 75% of workers | $21.88 | $45,510 |
| 90% of workers | $24.58 | $51,120 |
Helpers--Production Workers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $41,340 | 270 |
| Knoxville | $41,330 | 470 |
| Chattanooga | $39,630 | 430 |
| Memphis | $39,240 | 480 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $38,490 | 1,200 |
| Cleveland | $38,170 | 60 |
| Morristown | $37,700 | 460 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $37,490 | 360 |
| Johnson City | $37,120 | 40 |
| Clarksville | $35,820 | 170 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--production workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -8.2% over ten years, declining · about 20,900 openings a year (BLS)
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