Clinical Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Clinical Nurse Salary
$40.00/hour
The average salary for a Clinical Nurse in Tennessee is $40.00 per hour. This is 32% lower than the US average of $52.89.
Last updated on September 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Clinical Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$40.00/hour
Tennessee
32% lower than the US average.
$52.89/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Clinical Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40) and Franklin, Tennessee ($39). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Clinical Nurses is $40 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 13% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Clinical Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Only Georgia reports pay data for Clinical Nurses, averaging $48 per hour. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Clinical Nurses is $40 per hour — Georgia pays 20% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $48 | $48 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Clinical Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Clinical Nurses, averaging $38 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $40. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Clinical Nurses is $40 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $40 |
Last updated on September 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- The Frist Clinic
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