Molecular and Cellular Biologists Salary in Tennessee
Molecular and Cellular Biologists in Tennessee earn a median of $80,500 a year, −19% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Biological Scientists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,500
- vs. U.S. median
- −19% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range in Tennessee
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,070; the top 10% earn over $109,300. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
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Molecular and Cellular Biologists pay in Tennessee
How much do molecular and cellular biologists make in Tennessee?
The median is $80,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,070 and the top 10% earn over $109,300. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Tennessee a good state for molecular and cellular biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 50 (−19% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.