Pediatrician Salary in Tennessee
Based on 740+ workers in Tennessee
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (TN)
$176,210
$84.72/hr
vs National Average
$215,536
-18.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$69K – $377K
740 employed in Tennessee
Salary Distribution — Pediatrician in Tennessee
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $69,110 |
| 25th percentile | $158,770 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $176,210 |
| 75th percentile | $223,750 |
| 90th percentile | $376,660 |
Top-Paying Industries for Pediatrician (U.S.)
Which industries pay Pediatricians the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Pediatricians in Tennessee tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $255,160 | 30 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $211,970 | 37K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $209,850 | 70 |
| Educational Services | $106,080 | 2K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $99,560 | 40 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Pediatrician in Tennessee vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Tennessee) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $181,990 |
| 2023 | $189,930 |
| 2024 | $176,150 |
| 2025 | $176,210 |
| 2026 (projected) | $176,270 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Tennessee Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $181,990 | $189,368 |
| 2023 | $189,930 | $192,720 |
| 2024 | $176,150 | $198,825 |
| 2025 | $176,210 | $215,536 |
| 2026 (projected) | $176,270 | $215,609 |
Pediatrician Salary by Experience Level in Tennessee
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $158,770 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $176,210 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $223,750 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $376,660 |
Pediatrician Salary in Other States
Related Pediatrician Salaries in Tennessee
How other high-demand occupations in Tennessee compare to Pediatrician ($176,210 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Pediatrician | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in TN | $610,080 | +246.2% | $293.31/hr |
| Surgeon in TN | $373,510 | +112.0% | $179.57/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in TN | $354,580 | +101.2% | $170.47/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in TN | $330,620 | +87.6% | $158.95/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in TN | $232,220 | +31.8% | $111.64/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in TN | $226,830 | +28.7% | $109.05/hr |
| Dentist in TN | $215,290 | +22.2% | $103.50/hr |
| Psychiatrist in TN | $214,880 | +21.9% | $103.31/hr |
| Podiatrist in TN | $212,470 | +20.6% | $102.15/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in TN | $211,450 | +20.0% | $101.66/hr |
| Optometrist in TN | $134,170 | -23.9% | $64.50/hr |
| Pharmacist in TN | $133,390 | -24.3% | $64.13/hr |