Manicurists and Pedicurists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for manicurists and pedicurists is $16.74 an hour ($34,810 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($35,760). Tennessee ranks 32nd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for manicurists and pedicurists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $9.83 | $20,450 |
| 25% of workers | $13.52 | $28,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.74 | $34,810 |
| 75% of workers | $19.23 | $40,000 |
| 90% of workers | $27.57 | $57,340 |
Manicurists and Pedicurists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $34,950 | 220 |
| Clarksville | $34,240 | 40 |
| Johnson City | $33,690 | 30 |
| Memphis | $32,280 | 360 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for manicurists and pedicurists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 21,900 openings a year (BLS)
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