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Nurse Case Manager jobs in Knoxville, TN
Pay for nurse case managers in the Knoxville area centers on $35.25 per hour, or about $73,320 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.57 and the upper quarter over $38.50. That ranks 355th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 322nd of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Knoxville.
- $35.25median pay per hour, Knoxville
- $31–$38typical range per hour
- 7,970nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Nurse Case Manager pay in Knoxville, TN
The metro median is 7% below the Tennessee statewide median of $38.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 7,970 registered nurses employed in the Knoxville metro area, 19.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.95 | $51,900 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.57 | $63,590 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.25 | $73,320 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.50 | $80,080 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.95 | $93,500 | in line with U.S. median |
How Knoxville ranks
- 355th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 322nd of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 10 Tennessee metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Knoxville run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% below the U.S. average (index 82.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.25 median hour buys what $38.08 buys at the national price level, 15% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Knoxville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,269
- Per year: $63,450
- Per month: $5,288
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Knoxville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Knoxville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,351 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,563 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Knoxville
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Health System, Inc Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkwest Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| East Tennessee Childrens Hospital Knoxville, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| East Tennessee Behavioral Health Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Knoxville Center For Behavioral Medicine Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Knox County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Knox County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 75 mi | $36.65/hr | 50,232 |
| Asheville, NC | 83 mi | $38.81/hr | 94,992 |
| Kingsport, TN | 87 mi | $35.91/hr | 57,109 |
| Johnson City, TN | 91 mi | $35.26/hr | 73,635 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 96 mi | $36.96/hr | 191,496 |
| Greenville, SC | 119 mi | $38.26/hr | 74,371 |
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License and tax basics in Tennessee
Tennessee is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Tennessee license by endorsement.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Knoxville, TN?
Nurse Case Managers in the Knoxville metro area have a median pay of $35.25 per hour, about $73,320 a year. The middle half earn between $30.57 and $38.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Knoxville a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Knoxville ranks 322nd of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 355th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Knoxville?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville, led by University Health System, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Knoxville as a nurse case manager?
Tennessee is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Tennessee license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Knoxville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Knox County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Knoxville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Knoxville is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Knoxville?
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- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLynwood, CA · 3 postings$55.33/ hr$38–$66
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