Average Therapist Salary

$43.45/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Tennessee is $43.45 per hour. This is 14% lower than the US average of $49.54.

Last updated on July 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages

$43.45/hour

Tennessee

14% lower than the US average.

$49.54/hour

United States

How does the pay for Therapists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Illinois$52$63
Georgia$49$53
Missouri$48$60
North Carolina$47$53
Virginia$46$56
Alabama$42$45
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Tennessee?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Tenet Memphis$36$38
CoreCivic$27$27

Last updated on July 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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