Nurse Extern Salary Guide: Franklin, TN
Average Nurse Extern Salary
$39.45/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Extern in Franklin, TN is $39.45 per hour. This is 2% higher than the Tennessee average of $38.59.
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Extern salaries in Franklin, TN compared to State and National Averages
$39.45/hour
Franklin, TN
28% lower than the US average.
$38.59/hour
Tennessee
31% lower than the US average.
$50.60/hour
United States
How Nurse Extern Salaries in Franklin Compare to Other Cities
How Nurse Extern Salaries in Franklin Compare to Other Cities
Brevard, North Carolina
$38/hour
This is 5% lower than the Franklin average of $39.45.
Hendersonville, North Carolina
$32/hour
This is 22% lower than the Franklin average of $39.45.
Hickory, North Carolina
$43/hour
This is 8% higher than the Franklin average of $39.45.
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Nurse Externs?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Nurse Externs the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40) and Franklin, Tennessee ($39). For comparison, the Franklin, TN average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 15% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Nurse Extern jobs in Franklin?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Externs, averaging $38 per hour. For comparison, the Franklin, TN average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $38 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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