Registered Nurses pay in Jackson
In Jackson (TN), the median pay for registered nurses is $36.35 an hour ($75,610 a year). About 1,930 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($97,550). It is 7% lower than the Tennessee median ($81,500).
Pay range for registered nurses in Jackson (TN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.81 | $57,840 |
| 25% of workers | $30.92 | $64,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.35 | $75,610 |
| 75% of workers | $39.44 | $82,020 |
| 90% of workers | $44.08 | $91,680 |
Registered Nurses pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $84,040 | 25,100 |
| Memphis | $81,500 | 13,760 |
| Chattanooga | $79,770 | 6,460 |
| Clarksville | $79,450 | 1,670 |
| Johnson City | $77,660 | 2,740 |
| Knoxville | $77,240 | 9,500 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $76,730 | 2,660 |
| Morristown | $75,680 | 710 |
| Jackson (this page) | $75,610 | 1,930 |
| Cleveland | $72,800 | 630 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for registered nurses
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.6% over ten years, faster than average · about 180,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Jackson (TN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $36,900 |
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