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Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates average salary by city in Tennessee
- Nashville$196,660
- Knoxville$154,600
- Memphis$117,740
- Chattanooga$107,880
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $196,660 | $218,190 | $202,010 | $146,437 | 96 |
| Knoxville | $154,600 | $148,580 | $103,100 | $116,935 | 93 |
| Memphis | $117,740 | $124,870 | $60,950 | $91,660 | 92 |
| Chattanooga | $107,880 | $107,670 | $81,310 | $84,724 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Tennessee has no state income tax. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 23-1023.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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