Salary distribution
Where Tennessee statisticians fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $68,390 and $106,400, with a median of $88,760.
Statisticians in Tennessee: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 98 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $86,320. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 20 | $81,515 |
| Level II — qualified | 29 | $80,535 |
| Level III — experienced | 37 | $86,700 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 9 | $106,538 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Statisticians in Tennessee. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Express Corporation | Revenue Science Advisor | 38 | $81,286 |
| ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL | Biostatistician | 25 | $86,320 |
| FedEx Dataworks, Inc. | Data Scientist Lead | 5 | $81,286 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Senior Biostatistician | 3 | $96,000 |
| Fortrea Inc. f/k/a LabCorp Drug Development Inc. | Principal Stats Programmer | 3 | $140,000 |
| Amazon.com Services LLC | Data Engineer III | 3 | $150,500 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Data Analytics Analyst 2 | 2 | $61,421 |
| Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare | Senior Healthcare Information Data Scientist | 2 | $61,610 |
| TruMinds Technologies Inc | Clinical Application Specialist III | 1 | $99,278 |
| Eli Lilly and Company | Sr. Advisor “ Statistics | 1 | $225,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Clinical Application Specialist III at TruMinds Technologies Inc$99,278ColliervilleDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-494682
- Sr. Advisor “ Statistics at Eli Lilly and Company$225,000BrentwoodDecided Dec 17, 2025I-200-25344-471806
- Data Analytics Analyst 2 at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center$66,577MemphisDecided Nov 14, 2025I-200-25307-361493
- Associate Biostatistician at ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL$78,000MemphisWage Level IDecided Sep 29, 2025I-200-25265-323881
- Biomedical Modeler & Pharmacometrician at ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL$78,000MemphisWage Level IIIDecided Aug 28, 2025I-200-25233-258429
- Biomedical Modeler & Pharmacometrician at ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL$94,640MemphisWage Level IIIDecided Aug 28, 2025I-200-25233-258727
- Senior Performance Operations Analyst at Honest Medical Group LLC$84,200NashvilleWage Level IIDecided Aug 26, 2025I-200-25231-253153
- Principal Statistical Programmer FSP at Cytel Inc.$145,511BrentwoodWage Level IIIDecided Aug 19, 2025I-200-25224-237426
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Statisticians pay by experience level in Tennessee
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Statisticians specialties in Tennessee
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 50 certified offers. The most common variant is Biostatistician at a median of $86,320.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biostatistician | ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL | 17 | $86,320 |
| Senior Revenue Science Analyst | Federal Express Corporation | 8 | $68,162 |
| Sr. Data Analyst | Federal Express Corporation | 7 | $81,286 |
| Data Scientist Lead | FedEx Dataworks, Inc. | 6 | $90,230 |
| Associate Epidemiologic Research Analyst | ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL | 3 | $78,000 |
| Senior Solutions Analyst | Federal Express Corporation | 3 | $80,535 |
| Revenue Science Advisor | Federal Express Corporation | 3 | $68,162 |
| Senior Statistical Programmer | Syneos Health, LLC | 3 | $140,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Statisticians in Tennessee, by industry
Median offered wage across 98 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Transportation and logistics leads with a median of $81,286.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation and logistics | Federal Express Corporation | 38 | $81,286 |
| Healthcare | ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL | 30 | $82,160 |
| Professional services | FedEx Dataworks, Inc. | 14 | $133,000 |
| Retail and wholesale | Amazon.com Services LLC | 6 | $123,750 |
| Technology and software | TruMinds Technologies Inc | 3 | $99,278 |
| Manufacturing | Eli Lilly and Company | 3 | $149,360 |
| Education | The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | 3 | $66,577 |
| Finance and insurance | Honest Medical Group LLC | 1 | $84,200 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Tennessee over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Basic skill
- 4.7 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.3 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
- 02
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
- 03
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
- 04
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
- 05
Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
- 06
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
- 07
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
- 08
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Statisticians in Tennessee?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Statisticians in Tennessee is $88,760.
- How does Tennessee compare to the national median for Statisticians?
- The Tennessee median is -16.3% versus the BLS national figure of $106,000.
- What is the salary range for Statisticians in Tennessee?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $56,350 and the 90th-percentile at $132,550, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Statisticians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Statisticians?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.