New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Memphis, TN
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$26.24/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Memphis, TN is $26.24 per hour. This is 1% lower than the Tennessee average of $26.40.
Last updated on April 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Memphis, TN compared to State and National Averages
$26.24/hour
Memphis, TN
61% lower than the US average.
$26.40/hour
Tennessee
60% lower than the US average.
$42.20/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Memphis Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Memphis Compare to Other Cities
Nashville, Tennessee
$31/hour
This is 16% higher than the Memphis average of $26.24.
Alexandria, Louisiana
$32/hour
This is 18% higher than the Memphis average of $26.24.
Asheville, North Carolina
$32/hour
This is 19% higher than the Memphis average of $26.24.
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Germantown, Tennessee | $32 | $42 |
| Gallatin, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
| Lebanon, Tennessee | $31 | $40 |
Last updated on April 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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