Psychiatrists Salary in Nashville, TN

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

Median annual salary $108,070
Median hourly $51.96
10th percentile $63,490
90th percentile —
Employed locally 220

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,490
    25th
    $66,810
    50th (median)
    $108,070
    75th
    $218,560

    Nashville economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,499 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 131% Median Psychiatrists salary is 31% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Springfield, IL $413,890
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $409,950
    Gainesville, FL $404,240
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $403,430
    Ocala, FL $396,200
    New Haven, CT $381,890

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    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$62,660
    Pharmacists$135,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Nashville?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Nashville, TN is $51.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $159.10 or more per hour.

    What is the entry-level salary for Psychiatrists in Nashville?

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $63,490 per year in Nashville, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,810.