Legislators Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $70,980 +58.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $23,900
90th percentile $128,400
Employed locally 30
National median $44,810

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,900
    25th
    $30,470
    50th (median)
    $70,980
    75th
    $88,390
    90th
    $128,400

    Top-paying metros for Legislators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Utica-Rome, NY $173,280
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $157,080
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $141,990
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $138,380
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $137,740
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $125,960

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $79,390
    Managers, All Other $58,220
    Food Service Managers $61,240
    Financial Managers $118,450
    Sales Managers $100,380
    Industrial Production Managers $101,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Legislators make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Legislators in East Tennessee is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Legislators salaries?

    The median Legislators salary in East Tennessee is 58.4% above the national median of $44,810. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Legislators in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Legislators (10th percentile) earn around $23,900 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,470.