Tutors Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $16,190 -59.6% vs national
Median hourly $7.78
10th percentile $15,450
90th percentile $57,960
Employed locally 40
National median $40,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $15,450
    25th
    $15,450
    50th (median)
    $16,190
    75th
    $57,960
    90th
    $57,960

    Top-paying metros for Tutors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,590
    South Florida nonmetropolitan area $79,620
    Midland, MI $76,680
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $72,800
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $72,500
    Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $64,840

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $51,170
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $28,750
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $58,450
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $50,190
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $37,820
    Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $58,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tutors make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Tutors in East Tennessee is $7.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.08 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Tutors salaries?

    The median Tutors salary in East Tennessee is 59.6% below the national median of $40,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Tutors (10th percentile) earn around $15,450 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $15,450.