Food Service Managers Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $55,780 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.82
10th percentile $37,900
90th percentile $82,030
Employed locally 150
National median $65,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,900
    25th
    $46,430
    50th (median)
    $55,780
    75th
    $72,830
    90th
    $82,030

    Top-paying metros for Food Service Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $97,060
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $95,540
    Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $94,720
    Bellingham, WA $93,610
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $93,090

    Related occupations in North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $79,050
    Managers, All Other $58,030
    Financial Managers $108,600
    Medical and Health Services Managers $101,730
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $80,260
    Sales Managers $123,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Service Managers make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Food Service Managers in North Central Tennessee is $26.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.19 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Food Service Managers salaries?

    The median Food Service Managers salary in North Central Tennessee is 14.6% below the national median of $65,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Service Managers in North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Food Service Managers (10th percentile) earn around $37,900 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,430.