Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,690 | $61,458 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.74 | $29.55 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,775.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Tennessee is $57,690, or about $27.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Tennessee is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,710 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $57,690, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.