Pediatric Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Pediatric Nurse Salary
$45.88/hour
The average salary for a Pediatric Nurse in Tennessee is $45.88 per hour. This is 19% lower than the US average of $54.43.
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Pediatric Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$45.88/hour
Tennessee
19% lower than the US average.
$54.43/hour
United States
How does the pay for Pediatric Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Pediatric Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Georgia ($45). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Pediatric Nurses is $46 per hour — North Carolina pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $56 | $58 |
| Georgia | $45 | $45 |
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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