Emergency Management Directors Salary in Nashville, TN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN

Median annual salary $90,240 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $43.39
10th percentile $60,300
90th percentile $160,930
Employed locally 140
National median $86,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,300
    25th
    $67,220
    50th (median)
    $90,240
    75th
    $114,810
    90th
    $160,930

    Nashville economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,499 2023 • Census ACS
    Emergency Management Directors salary vs area income 109% Median Emergency Management Directors salary is 9% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Management Directors make per hour in Nashville?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors in Nashville, TN is $43.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.83 or more per hour.

    Is Nashville above or below average for Emergency Management Directors salaries?

    The median Emergency Management Directors salary in Nashville, TN is 4.8% above the national median of $86,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Emergency Management Directors in Nashville?

    Entry-level Emergency Management Directors (10th percentile) earn around $60,300 per year in Nashville, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,220.