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Graphic Designers Salary Guide for Tennessee

graphic designers working in Tennessee earn an average of $52,840.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
3,670
Annual Mean Salary
$52,840.00
Hourly Rate
$25.40
Estimated Monthly*
$4,064.00
*Based on 40-hour work week

Tennessee vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Tennessee's graphic designers salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Tennessee offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Tennessee shows an upward salary trend for graphic designers, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for graphic designers can vary significantly within Tennessee. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Knoxville

Annual Mean Salary
$55,260.00
Hourly Rate
$26.57
Employment
540 professionals
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Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin

Annual Mean Salary
$55,110.00
Hourly Rate
$26.50
Employment
1,490 professionals
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Memphis

Annual Mean Salary
$53,590.00
Hourly Rate
$25.76
Employment
550 professionals
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Chattanooga

Annual Mean Salary
$51,610.00
Hourly Rate
$24.81
Employment
300 professionals
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Cleveland

Annual Mean Salary
$51,390.00
Hourly Rate
$24.71
Employment
40 professionals
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Kingsport-Bristol-Bristol

Annual Mean Salary
$49,590.00
Hourly Rate
$23.84
Employment
120 professionals
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Johnson City

Annual Mean Salary
$48,780.00
Hourly Rate
$23.45
Employment
40 professionals
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Clarksville

Annual Mean Salary
$48,460.00
Hourly Rate
$23.30
Employment
100 professionals
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North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$46,970.00
Hourly Rate
$22.58
Employment
90 professionals
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East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$46,910.00
Hourly Rate
$22.55
Employment
100 professionals
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South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$45,050.00
Hourly Rate
$21.66
Employment
80 professionals
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Jackson

Annual Mean Salary
$42,830.00
Hourly Rate
$20.59
Employment
30 professionals
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Morristown

Annual Mean Salary
$42,360.00
Hourly Rate
$20.37
Employment
30 professionals
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West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$41,260.00
Hourly Rate
$19.84
Employment
90 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.