Surgical Assistants pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for surgical assistants is $39.25 an hour ($81,640 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($66,800). Tennessee ranks 8th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical assistants in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.54 | $59,370 |
| 25% of workers | $35.10 | $73,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.25 | $81,640 |
| 75% of workers | $46.50 | $96,720 |
| 90% of workers | $49.21 | $102,350 |
Surgical Assistants pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $87,080 | 340 |
| Memphis | $80,740 | 90 |
| Chattanooga | $77,570 | 110 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $65,260 | 30 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,990 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,870 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,330 |
| Paramedics | $57,690 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,140 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,530 |
| Physician Assistants | $118,240 |
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