Rehabilitation Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Rehabilitation Nurse Salary
$38.42/hour
The average salary for a Rehabilitation Nurse in Tennessee is $38.42 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $51.27.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Rehabilitation Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$38.42/hour
Tennessee
33% lower than the US average.
$51.27/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Rehabilitation Nurses?
Smyrna, Tennessee pays Rehabilitation Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Springfield, Tennessee ($42) and Hendersonville, Tennessee ($40). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Rehabilitation Nurses is $38 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee pays 18% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $45 | $45 |
| Springfield, Tennessee | $42 | $42 |
| Hendersonville, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Lebanon, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Dickson, Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
| Chattanooga, Tennessee | $39 | $39 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Murfreesboro, Tennessee | $39 | $40 |
| Nashville, Tennessee | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Rehabilitation Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Rehabilitation Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Illinois ($51) and Georgia ($49). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Rehabilitation Nurses is $38 per hour — Missouri pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $51 | $62 |
| Illinois | $51 | $54 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Oklahoma | $45 | $46 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Mississippi | $41 | $42 |
| Alabama | $41 | $42 |
| Arkansas | $40 | $42 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Rehabilitation Nurse jobs in Tennessee?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Rehabilitation Nurses the most, averaging $35 per hour, followed by Tenet Memphis ($34). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Rehabilitation Nurses is $38 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 10% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $35 | $45 |
| Tenet Memphis | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Franklin
- Smyrna, TN
$45+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care
- Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Hospital
- Midtown, TN
$39-49/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Franklin
- Springfield, TN
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Franklin
- Goodlettsville, TN
$40+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Franklin
- Mount Juliet, TN
$40+/hour
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