Tennessee Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
Tennessee has 5 GSA non-standard per diem areas for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE). The most expensive is Nashville — up to $248/night lodging in September plus $86/day M&IE.
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night | Peak month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood / FranklinWilliamson | $86 | $130 | flat |
| Chattanooga Hamilton | $74 | $117 | flat |
| KnoxvilleKnox | $74 | $119 | flat |
| MemphisShelby | $74 | $129 | flat |
| NashvilleDavidson | $86 | $217–$248 | Sep |
| All other Tennessee locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 | flat |
Estimated trip cost
A 4-night business trip to Nashville — Tennessee's most expensive per diem area — in September totals $1,379: $992 lodging (4 nights) + $387 M&IE (5 days, first & last day at 75%). Nashville month-by-month rates →
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Tennessee per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in Tennessee?
- Tennessee has 5 GSA non-standard per diem areas with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in Tennessee uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day: $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).
- What is the meal reimbursement (M&IE) rate in Tennessee?
- Meal reimbursement in Tennessee ranges from $68 to $86 per day for FY2026, depending on the area. The first and last day of travel reimburse at 75% of the daily M&IE rate.