Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $85,890 | $104,968 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.29 | $50.47 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $93,460.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $96,000 | $65,000 | $145,000 | 105 |
| Memphis | $84,480 | $57,200 | $127,600 | 85 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Tennessee is $85,890, or about $41.29 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Tennessee is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Tennessee typically earn from $65,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 20,780 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $85,890, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.