Paramedics pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for paramedics is $27.74 an hour ($57,690 a year). About 3,710 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Tennessee ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.91 | $41,410 |
| 25% of workers | $23.32 | $48,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.74 | $57,690 |
| 75% of workers | $36.81 | $76,570 |
| 90% of workers | $38.55 | $80,190 |
Paramedics pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $66,830 | 810 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $63,450 | 1,310 |
| Clarksville | $60,330 | 130 |
| Chattanooga | $53,220 | 270 |
| Jackson | $51,550 | 100 |
| Knoxville | $51,130 | 380 |
| Johnson City | $49,250 | 100 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $47,060 | 160 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,990 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,870 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,330 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,140 |
| Anesthesiologists | $330,620 |
| Surgical Assistants | $81,640 |
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