Family Medicine Physicians Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $168,290 -29.4% vs national
Median hourly $80.91
10th percentile $145,210
90th percentile $481,140
National median $238,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $145,210
    25th
    $145,210
    50th (median)
    $168,290
    75th
    $219,990
    90th
    $481,140

    Top-paying metros for Family Medicine Physicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Oklahoma City, OK $481,870
    East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area $469,580
    Knoxville, TN $460,080
    Great Falls, MT $449,840
    Lawton, OK $448,460
    Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area $419,010

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $71,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,380
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,180
    Pharmacists $124,990
    Nurse Practitioners $106,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians $34,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Family Medicine Physicians make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Family Medicine Physicians in East Tennessee is $80.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $231.32 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Family Medicine Physicians salaries?

    The median Family Medicine Physicians salary in East Tennessee is 29.4% below the national median of $238,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Family Medicine Physicians in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Family Medicine Physicians (10th percentile) earn around $145,210 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $145,210.