salary$75,380 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$125,680per year
Jobs in the area3,240people work this job
Can a accountant afford Knoxville?
OK. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 24.6% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a accountant in the Knoxville, TN area is $75,380 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $50,470 and $125,680.
Can a accountant afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 24.6% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Knoxville, TN metro area.