Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary pay in Tennessee
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary in Tennessee earn an average of $64,280 a year. That is $7,780 (11%) less than the U.S. average of $72,060. The best-paying metro area is Johnson City, TN at $77,150.
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Average pay for career/technical education teachers, postsecondary by metro area. Swipe to see all 7.
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Tennessee vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $72,060 | $34.64 |
| Tennessee | $64,280 | $30.91 |
| Alabama | $73,230 | $35.21 |
| Missouri | $64,200 | $30.87 |
| North Carolina | $63,320 | $30.44 |
| Georgia | $60,630 | $29.15 |
| Virginia | $60,480 | $29.08 |
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- Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary$111,700
- Postsecondary Teachers, All Other$83,690
- Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary$80,020
- Business Teachers, Postsecondary$109,730
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary$82,240
- Education Teachers, Postsecondary$75,410
Average pay, Tennessee, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do career/technical education teachers, postsecondary make in Tennessee?
The average is $64,280 a year, and the median is $62,310. That is $7,780 (11%) less than the U.S. average of $72,060.
What is the hourly wage in Tennessee?
$30.91 an hour on average; the median is $29.96.
Where in Tennessee do they earn the most?
Johnson City, TN ($77,150), followed by Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($68,150). The lowest average among 7 metro areas with data is Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA ($54,140).
How does Tennessee rank?
Tennessee ranks #37 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.