Insulation Workers, Mechanical pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for insulation workers, mechanical is $22.30 an hour ($46,380 a year). About 670 people work in this job there.
That is 21% lower than the U.S. median ($58,340). Tennessee ranks 42nd of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for insulation workers, mechanical in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.78 | $36,980 |
| 25% of workers | $19.02 | $39,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.30 | $46,380 |
| 75% of workers | $26.84 | $55,830 |
| 90% of workers | $35.37 | $73,570 |
Insulation Workers, Mechanical pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $49,800 | 250 |
| Knoxville | $46,330 | 110 |
| Memphis | $45,900 | 120 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for insulation workers, mechanical
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $58,600 |
| Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters | $50,460 |
| Roofers | $45,690 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $59,170 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $48,410 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $47,510 |
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $63,850 |
| Pipelayers | $46,020 |
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