Nurse Extern Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Nurse Extern Salary
$38.55/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Extern in Tennessee is $38.55 per hour. This is 32% lower than the US average of $50.99.
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Extern salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$38.55/hour
Tennessee
32% lower than the US average.
$50.99/hour
United States
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). Smyrna, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 16% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Nurse Externs in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Only North Carolina reports pay data for Nurse Externs, averaging $54 per hour. North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — North Carolina pays 39% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $54 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Extern jobs in Tennessee?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Externs, averaging $36 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $40. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Registered Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $36 | $40 |
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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