Tennessee Median
$330,620
per year
Hourly Rate
$158.95
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-16% vs US median
US median $391,490
State Rank
#21 of 25
840 employed here
How much does an Anesthesiologist make in Tennessee?
Anesthesiologists in Tennessee take home a median of $330,620 annually — roughly $158.95 an hour — which runs 16% below the national median of $391,490.
Within Tennessee, entry-level pay starts around $75,260 while the top 10% make $442,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $232,300 and $427,280 a year.
Anesthesiologist salary range in Tennessee
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $75,260 | $36.18 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $232,300 | $111.68 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $330,620 | $158.95 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $427,280 | $205.42 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $442,360 | $212.67 |
|
How Tennessee compares
Tennessee ranks 21st out of 25 states and territories for Anesthesiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Anesthesiologist salary in other states
Washington $499,990Minnesota $496,510Ohio $490,530Virginia $488,310Connecticut $481,820New Hampshire $481,640Florida $465,370Pennsylvania $461,390Idaho $449,990New York $445,660Wisconsin $443,990Kansas $437,030Vermont $434,780Maryland $418,010Louisiana $410,500Indiana $394,060New Mexico $393,970Alabama $392,350Kentucky $347,960Nebraska $334,210South Carolina $238,970Georgia $230,000Texas $215,230District of Columbia $202,570
Working as an Anesthesiologist in Tennessee
Nationally, about 39,000 people work as Anesthesiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Tennessee pay ($330,620) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Anesthesiologist make in Tennessee?
The median Anesthesiologist salary in Tennessee is $330,620 per year, or about $158.95 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,260 at the entry level to $442,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Tennessee pay compare to the national average?
Tennessee pays Anesthesiologists about 16% less than the national median of $391,490. Tennessee ranks 21st out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Tennessee a good state for Anesthesiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $330,620 a year. About 840 Anesthesiologists are employed in Tennessee. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Tennessee?
The highest-paying occupations in Tennessee include Cardiologist ($610,080), Dermatologist ($433,630), Surgeon, All Other ($373,510), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.