Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,760 | $149,469 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.35 | $71.86 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $143,373.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $130,000 | $75,000 | $165,000 | 105 |
| Memphis | $114,400 | $66,000 | $145,200 | 85 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Tennessee is $131,760, or about $63.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Tennessee is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Tennessee typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,310 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $131,760, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.