Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,260 | $102,741 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.72 | $49.39 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,009.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $88,660 | $65,000 | $125,000 | 105 |
| Memphis | $78,021 | $57,200 | $110,000 | 85 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Tennessee is $99,260, or about $47.72 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Tennessee is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Tennessee typically earn from $65,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 13,700 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $99,260, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.