Physics Teachers, Postsecondary Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Tennessee
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary in Tennessee earn a median salary of $98,967 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +1.7% vs the national median of $97,360. An estimated 200 physics teachers, postsecondary are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $78,370 to $139,180 depending on location.
$98,967
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$139,180
Highest paying metro
$78,370
Lowest paying metro
200
Employed in Tennessee
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Physics Teachers, Postsecondary salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville, TN | $139,180 | $89,530 | $139,180 | 50 |
| Nashville, TN | $79,350 | $65,280 | $107,230 | 120 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $78,370 | $61,600 | $95,770 | 30 |