Nurse Practitioners pay in Knoxville
In Knoxville (TN), the median pay for nurse practitioners is $52.76 an hour ($109,740 a year). About 1,630 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($132,300). It is 7% lower than the Tennessee median ($117,590).
Pay range for nurse practitioners in Knoxville (TN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.97 | $85,210 |
| 25% of workers | $48.66 | $101,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.76 | $109,740 |
| 75% of workers | $61.84 | $128,620 |
| 90% of workers | $64.99 | $135,170 |
Nurse Practitioners pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $124,600 | 1,800 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $122,320 | 4,540 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $118,470 | 480 |
| Chattanooga | $116,480 | 1,000 |
| Clarksville | $115,160 | 300 |
| Knoxville (this page) | $109,740 | 1,630 |
| Jackson | $108,260 | 410 |
| Cleveland | $107,360 | 170 |
| Morristown | $105,560 | 120 |
| Johnson City | $102,430 | 380 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nurse practitioners
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +41% over ten years, much faster than average · about 29,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Knoxville (TN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,240 |
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