Tennessee, TN · 2026
Registered Nurses Salary in Tennessee (2026)
Average across 2 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$96,247
per year
State Median
$92,575
per year
vs National Average
-5%
national avg: $101,420
25th %ile
$76,233
Entry
Average
$96,247
State avg
75th %ile
$106,620
Senior
Registered Nurses Salary by City in Tennessee
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $102,028 | +6% | +3.6% |
| Memphis, TN | $90,466 | -6% | +3.6% |
Compare cities side by side
See how Registered Nurses salaries stack up across Tennessee cities.