Advertising Sales Agents Salary in Tennessee
The median pay for a advertising sales agents in Tennessee is $48,080/year ($23.11/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $28K at the entry level to $100K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $48K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level advertising sales agents (10th percentile) start around $28K. Mid-career wages sit at $48K. Top earners bring in $100K or more, a $72K spread from bottom to top.
Advertising Sales Agents salary by metro in Tennessee
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $50K | +4% | 140 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $50K | +4% | 880 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $49K | +3% | 70 |
| Chattanooga | $49K | +2% | 150 |
| Memphis | $37K | -22% | 230 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do advertising sales agents make in Tennessee?
The median is $48,080 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,410, and experienced advertising sales agents can clear $100,400. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $48K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,389/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 35.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a advertising sales agents salary go in Tennessee?
Tennessee has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median advertising sales agents salary is worth about $53,553 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do advertising sales agents get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.