Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,570 | $44,846 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.02 | $21.56 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $43,058.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Tennessee is $39,570, or about $19.02 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Tennessee is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 19,180 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $39,570, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.