Float Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Float Nurse Salary
Average Float Nurse Salary
$27.93/hour
The average salary for a Float Nurse in Tennessee is $27.93 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $38.03.
Last updated on December 20, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Float Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
Float Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$27.93/hour
Tennessee
36% lower than the US average.
$38.03/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Float Nurses?
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Float Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville, Tennessee | $32 | $33 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
How does the pay for Float Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Float Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| Georgia | $42 | $53 |
| Virginia | $34 | $38 |
| South Carolina | $26 | $26 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Float Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Float Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Medical-Perm | $41 | $41 |
| HCA TriStar | $33 | $38 |
| Tenet Memphis | $28 | $28 |
Last updated on December 20, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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