Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,960 | $67,290 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.83 | $32.35 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,245.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Tennessee is $59,960, or about $28.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Tennessee is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,470 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $59,960, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.