Printing Press Operators Salary in Tennessee
The median pay for a printing press operators in Tennessee is $41,170/year ($19.8/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $58K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $41K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level printing press operators (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $41K. Top earners bring in $58K or more, a $27K spread from bottom to top.
Printing Press Operators salary by metro in Tennessee
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $47K | +15% | 100 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $45K | +8% | 1,200 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $40K | -4% | 170 |
| Memphis | $39K | -5% | 560 |
| Knoxville | $39K | -6% | 470 |
| Morristown | $37K | -10% | 60 |
| Chattanooga | $36K | -11% | 360 |
| Johnson City | $33K | -19% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do printing press operators make in Tennessee?
The median is $41,170 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,620, and experienced printing press operators can clear $58,090. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $41K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,927/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 41.5% 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 printing press operators 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 printing press operators salary is worth about $45,857 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do printing press operators 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.