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Marriage and Family Therapists Salary in Tennessee
Ranked #43 of 45 · TN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of marriage and family therapistss in Tennessee earn between $34,690 and $63,540. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean marriage and family therapists salary in Tennessee is $49,050, about 36.3% below the U.S. average ($76,960). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA | $60,880 | $60,960 | 40 |
| North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area | $51,640 | $45,050 | 70 |
| Johnson City, TN | $50,540 | $50,720 | 90 |
| Jackson, TN | $48,600 | $48,520 | 60 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $48,050 | $51,160 | 210 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $47,650 | $51,490 | 560 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $43,830 | $47,580 | — |
| Knoxville, TN | $42,610 | $45,280 | 120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do marriage and family therapists make in Tennessee?
The median marriage and family therapists salary in Tennessee is $46,700 per year (mean $49,050), and about 80% earn between $34,690 and $63,540.
How much do marriage and family therapists make per hour in Tennessee?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $49,050 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Tennessee a high-paying state for marriage and family therapists?
Tennessee ranks #43 of 45 states for marriage and family therapists pay. Its mean salary of $49,050 is about 36.3% below the U.S. average of $76,960.
Which metro areas in Tennessee pay marriage and family therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Tennessee for marriage and family therapists are Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA ($60,880), North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area ($51,640), Johnson City, TN ($50,540), by median annual wage.