Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,070 | $66,997 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.92 | $32.21 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $63,188.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Tennessee is $58,070, or about $27.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Tennessee is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,740 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $58,070, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.