First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives pay in Tennessee
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Tennessee earn an average of $79,340 a year. That is $32,850 (29%) less than the U.S. average of $112,190. The best-paying metro area is Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN at $96,080.
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Average pay for first-line supervisors of police and detectives by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Tennessee vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $112,190 | $53.94 |
| Tennessee | $79,340 | $38.15 |
| Virginia | $112,200 | $53.94 |
| North Carolina | $91,280 | $43.88 |
| Missouri | $91,070 | $43.79 |
| Kentucky | $88,030 | $42.32 |
| Georgia | $84,690 | $40.71 |
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Questions and answers
How much do first-line supervisors of police and detectives make in Tennessee?
The average is $79,340 a year, and the median is $74,770. That is $32,850 (29%) less than the U.S. average of $112,190.
What is the hourly wage in Tennessee?
$38.15 an hour on average; the median is $35.95.
Where in Tennessee do they earn the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($96,080), followed by Clarksville, TN-KY ($86,840). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Johnson City, TN ($57,900).
How does Tennessee rank?
Tennessee ranks #47 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.