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Surgical Assistants Salary Guide for Tennessee

surgical assistants working in Tennessee earn an average of $66,150.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,790
Annual Mean Salary
$66,150.00
Hourly Rate
$31.80
Estimated Monthly*
$5,088.00
*Based on 40-hour work week

Tennessee vs National Salary Trends

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

Tennessee demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for surgical assistants, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for surgical assistants 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.

Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin

Annual Mean Salary
$76,060.00
Hourly Rate
$36.57
Employment
850 professionals
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Memphis

Annual Mean Salary
$63,450.00
Hourly Rate
$30.50
Employment
200 professionals
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Johnson City

Annual Mean Salary
$60,140.00
Hourly Rate
$28.91
Employment
50 professionals
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Chattanooga

Annual Mean Salary
$58,780.00
Hourly Rate
$28.26
Employment
90 professionals
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Knoxville

Annual Mean Salary
$55,240.00
Hourly Rate
$26.56
Employment
260 professionals
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West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$52,720.00
Hourly Rate
$25.35
Employment
30 professionals
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South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$51,460.00
Hourly Rate
$24.74
Employment
40 professionals
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East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$47,630.00
Hourly Rate
$22.90
Employment
40 professionals
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North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$47,600.00
Hourly Rate
$22.88
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.