Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,330 | $120,395 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.24 | $57.88 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,173.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $108,020 | $85,000 | $165,000 | 105 |
| Memphis | $95,058 | $74,800 | $145,200 | 85 |
The median annual salary for a Data Scientist in Tennessee is $100,330, or about $48.24 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Data Scientists is $120,395. Tennessee is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level data scientists in Tennessee typically earn from $85,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,790 data scientist jobs on record and a median salary of $100,330, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.