What nurse midwives earn in Tennessee and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $116,440 | $55.98 | 70 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $117,010 | $56.25 | – |
Nurse Midwives in Tennessee earned a median of $116,980 a year ($56.24 an hour) in May 2025, 13% less than the national median of $134,040. The middle half earned $104,390 to $125,290.
Among areas in Tennessee, pay was highest in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN at $117,010.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.