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21 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Tennessee (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 21 occupations in Tennessee with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Cardiologists at $610,080/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $150K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

21
Jobs Over $150K

$610,080

#1: Cardiologists

$256,845

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

32,820

Workers in These Jobs

All 21 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Tennessee

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Cardiologists	$610,080	$551,190	560
2	Dermatologists	$433,630	$359,260	100
3	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$354,580	$296,570	360
4	Orthodontists	$339,610	$302,050	N/A
5	Anesthesiologists	$330,620	$323,070	840
6	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric	$325,520	$341,820	180
7	General Internal Medicine Physicians	$232,220	$238,020	1,370
8	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric	$231,040	$268,340	230
9	Neurologists	$229,670	$292,700	220
10	Family Medicine Physicians	$226,830	$284,650	2,260
11	Dentists, General	$215,290	$210,700	2,200
12	Psychiatrists	$214,880	$210,520	410
13	Podiatrists	$212,470	$191,030	70
14	Nurse Anesthetists	$211,450	$218,870	1,690
15	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$208,350	$173,150	420
16	Chief Executives	$198,830	$239,970	4,700
17	Pediatricians, General	$176,210	$188,280	740
18	Physicists	$165,010	$171,070	240
19	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$161,430	$167,280	3,600
20	Computer and Information Systems Managers	$158,700	$167,270	12,040
21	Air Traffic Controllers	$157,330	$149,020	590

Tennessee High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Legal fields.

3.1% of all tracked occupations in TN earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $157,330/year (Air Traffic Controllers), while the top earner makes $610,080/year.

Tennessee ranks #24 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Tennessee?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 21 occupations in Tennessee with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 3.1% of all tracked occupations in TN.

What is the highest paying job in Tennessee?

The highest paying occupation in Tennessee is Cardiologists with a median salary of $610,080 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Tennessee?

The entry point for the $150K+ list in Tennessee is $157,330/year (Air Traffic Controllers). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Tennessee?

The average median salary among all 21 occupations that pay over $150K in Tennessee is $256,845 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Tennessee?

High-paying jobs in Tennessee typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Jobs Over $150K in Other States

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics