Social and Community Service Managers Salary in Tennessee (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Social and Community Service Managers in Tennessee, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Tennessee Median
$88,240
per year
Hourly Rate
$42.42
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+10% vs US median
US median $80,390
State Rank
#8 of 51
2,770 employed here

How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in Tennessee?

Social and Community Service Managers working in Tennessee earn a median salary of $88,240 per year, or about $42.42 per hour. That is 10% above the national median of $80,390 for this occupation.

Within Tennessee, entry-level pay starts around $58,990 while the top 10% make $137,510 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $71,770 and $106,260 a year.

Social and Community Service Managers salary range in Tennessee

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$58,990$28.36
25th percentile (early career)$71,770$34.50
50th percentile (median)$88,240$42.42
75th percentile (experienced)$106,260$51.09
90th percentile (top earners)$137,510$66.11

How Tennessee compares

Tennessee ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories for Social and Community Service Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$106,700
2Washington$103,000
3Alaska$98,370
4Colorado$97,440
5New York$95,980

Working as Social and Community Service Managers in Tennessee

Nationally, about 209,000 people work as Social and Community Service Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Tennessee pay ($88,240) 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 do Social and Community Service Managers make in Tennessee?
The median Social and Community Service Managers salary in Tennessee is $88,240 per year, or about $42.42 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $58,990 at the entry level to $137,510 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Tennessee pay compare to the national average?
Tennessee pays Social and Community Service Managers about 10% more than the national median of $80,390. Tennessee ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Tennessee a good state for Social and Community Service Managers?
Yes on pay — Tennessee pays above the national median for this occupation, at $88,240 a year. About 2,770 Social and Community Service Managers are employed in Tennessee. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.