Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for motor vehicle operators, all other is $16.13 an hour ($33,550 a year). About 2,310 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($37,180). Tennessee ranks 39th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for motor vehicle operators, all other in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $9.83 | $20,440 |
| 25% of workers | $13.51 | $28,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.13 | $33,550 |
| 75% of workers | $21.82 | $45,380 |
| 90% of workers | $24.76 | $51,500 |
Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $35,600 | 420 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $35,480 | 970 |
| Knoxville | $30,410 | 280 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $29,650 | 70 |
| Chattanooga | $29,550 | 210 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for motor vehicle operators, all other
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.8% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,620 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $45,050 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $42,220 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $44,510 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $33,450 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $47,770 |
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