Tennessee employment requirements
- Minimum wage
- $7.25/hour, the federal minimum wage
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay after 40 hours in a week
- Sick leave
- Not required by state law
- Worker protections
At-will employment state
- Good to know
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Tennessee?
The current statewide minimum wage in Tennessee is $7.25/hour, the federal minimum wage. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount.