Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers Salary in Tennessee
The median pay for a meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers in Tennessee is $37,490/year ($18.02/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $44K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $44K or more, a $14K spread from bottom to top.
Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers salary by metro in Tennessee
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $43K | +14% | 300 |
| Morristown | $37K | -0% | 320 |
| Johnson City | $31K | -18% | 30 |
| Knoxville | $30K | -20% | 140 |
| Memphis | $29K | -22% | 300 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers make in Tennessee?
The median is $37,490 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,250, and experienced meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers can clear $43,540. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,680/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 45.3% 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 meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers 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 meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers salary is worth about $41,758 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers 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.