Tennesseans divided as state's minimum wage remains at $7.25

Tennesseans divided as state's minimum wage remains at $7.25

Tennessee's minimum wage has remained the same for more than 15 years. It's set at the federal rate of $7.25 per hour.

Tennessee falls to 12th least expensive market in the nation

NASHVILLE, Tenn., (January 19, 2026) — Gas prices across the state fluctuated higher last week, rising five cents, on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.49 which is a penny less expensive than one month ago and 31 cents less than one year ago. “The last few weeks we’ve seen a cycle of our state gas price average rising one week and declining the next. Thankfully these shifts have been more marginal,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoma…

Low gas prices across the Tennessee Valley

Gas prices have significantly decreased in 2026, contributing to relief for drivers due to various factors like strong oil supply and reduced travel demand. Visit the Fuel Finder tool for real-time price updates.

AAA: Tennessee Gas Prices Rise Five Cents - Radio7Media

Gas prices across Tennessee moved higher last week, rising five cents on average. The statewide average now stands at $2.49 a gallon — still one cent cheaper than a month ago and 31 cents less than this time last year. AAA says recent price swings have been modest, with pump prices alternating between small increases and decreases from week to week. Despite the fluctuation, drivers continue to benefit from significantly lower prices compared to …

Tennessee gas prices rise five cents, AAA says

NASHVILLE — Gas prices across Tennessee moved higher last week, climbing an average of five cents and pushing the state’s average to $2.49 per gallon, according to AAA. Despite the increase, Tennessee drivers are still paying less at the pump than in recent months. The current average is one cent cheaper than a month ago and 31 cents lower than this time last year. The increase dropped Tennessee to the 12th least expensive gas market in the nati…

Gas Prices Up 8.5 Cents A Gallon In Chattanooga Over The Past Week

Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have risen 8.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.42/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 170 stations in Chattanooga. Prices in Chattanooga are 7.3 cents per gallon higher than a ...