Emergency Department Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Emergency Department Nurse Salary
$38.66/hour
The average salary for an Emergency Department Nurse in Tennessee is $38.66 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $51.22.
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Emergency Department Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$38.66/hour
Tennessee
33% lower than the US average.
$51.22/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Emergency Department Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Springfield, Tennessee ($42) and Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40). Smyrna, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Emergency Department Nurses is $39 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 16% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Springfield, Tennessee | $42 | $42 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Chattanooga, Tennessee | $39 | $39 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
| Memphis, Tennessee | $35 | $42 |
| Bartlett, Tennessee | $34 | $34 |
How does the pay for Emergency Department Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Georgia ($47) and North Carolina ($42). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Emergency Department Nurses is $39 per hour — Virginia pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $55 | $59 |
| Georgia | $47 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $42 | $58 |
| South Carolina | $36 | $44 |
| Ohio | $29 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Emergency Department Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Emergency Department Nurses the most, averaging $37 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($34). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Emergency Department Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $48 |
| Tenet Memphis | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- NorthCrest Medical Center
- Springfield, TN
$42+/hour
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