Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary in Tennessee
The median pay for a public safety telecommunicators in Tennessee is $45,730/year ($21.99/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $64K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Tennessee. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Tennessee?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Tennessee
Entry-level public safety telecommunicators (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $64K or more, a $31K spread from bottom to top.
Public Safety Telecommunicators salary by metro in Tennessee
10 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $51K | +10% | 500 |
| Memphis | $47K | +2% | 350 |
| Jackson | $47K | +2% | 90 |
| Clarksville | $44K | -3% | 80 |
| Knoxville | $40K | -12% | 180 |
| Chattanooga | $39K | -14% | 110 |
| Cleveland | $39K | -15% | 40 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $39K | -15% | 80 |
| Morristown | $35K | -24% | 30 |
| Johnson City | $32K | -29% | 50 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do public safety telecommunicators make in Tennessee?
The median is $45,730 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $33,220, and experienced public safety telecommunicators can clear $64,060. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Tennessee?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,232/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,215/month, which eats 37.6% 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 public safety telecommunicators 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 public safety telecommunicators salary is worth about $50,936 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do public safety telecommunicators 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.