Pharmacy Technicians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $20.15 an hour ($41,920 a year). About 11,870 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($45,750). Tennessee ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.09 | $35,550 |
| 25% of workers | $17.82 | $37,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.15 | $41,920 |
| 75% of workers | $23.21 | $48,270 |
| 90% of workers | $26.65 | $55,430 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $45,950 | 3,340 |
| Memphis | $45,260 | 2,090 |
| Clarksville | $42,240 | 370 |
| Chattanooga | $40,720 | 1,020 |
| Jackson | $39,090 | 310 |
| Johnson City | $38,480 | 460 |
| Knoxville | $38,270 | 1,500 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $37,760 | 510 |
| Cleveland | $36,680 | 200 |
| Morristown | $36,660 | 240 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 44,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,990 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,870 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Pharmacists | $133,390 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,550 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,530 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $42,810 |
| Opticians, Dispensing | $49,840 |
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