Lawyers pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for lawyers is $65.47 an hour ($136,180 a year). About 9,010 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Tennessee ranks 20th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.79 | $76,510 |
| 25% of workers | $47.48 | $98,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $65.47 | $136,180 |
| 75% of workers | $95.42 | $198,470 |
| 90% of workers | $156.19 | $324,880 |
Lawyers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga | $147,640 | 740 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $142,540 | 3,990 |
| Memphis | $134,440 | 1,670 |
| Jackson | $133,770 | 190 |
| Cleveland | $131,980 | 60 |
| Knoxville | $126,520 | 1,250 |
| Clarksville | $119,430 | 160 |
| Johnson City | $117,390 | 130 |
| Morristown | $115,230 | 70 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $107,560 | 300 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $63,960 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $78,010 |
| Chief Executives | $198,830 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $69,240 |
| Labor Relations Specialists | $76,930 |
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