Editors Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Tennessee
Editors in Tennessee earn a median salary of $50,040 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -33.5% vs the national median of $75,260. An estimated 780 editors are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $44,090 to $56,750 depending on location.
$50,040
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$56,750
Highest paying metro
$44,090
Lowest paying metro
780
Employed in Tennessee
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Editors salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $56,750 | $46,320 | $82,490 | 450 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $53,920 | $39,810 | $75,450 | 100 |
| Knoxville, TN | $50,950 | $39,140 | $71,030 | 100 |
| Chattanooga, TN-GA | $48,830 | $36,910 | $75,890 | 60 |
| Kingsport, TN-VA | $45,700 | $36,980 | $62,310 | 30 |
| South Central Tennessee | $44,090 | $30,100 | $61,670 | 40 |