Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for veterinary technologists and technicians is $20.58 an hour ($42,810 a year). About 1,640 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($47,380). Tennessee ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinary technologists and technicians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.22 | $31,660 |
| 25% of workers | $17.87 | $37,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.58 | $42,810 |
| 75% of workers | $24.55 | $51,060 |
| 90% of workers | $27.43 | $57,040 |
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | $50,010 | 340 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $44,640 | 470 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $41,530 | 60 |
| Memphis | $39,710 | 260 |
| Chattanooga | $39,000 | 150 |
| Clarksville | $38,190 | 70 |
| Johnson City | $36,830 | 50 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinary technologists and technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $64,630 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,330 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $36,320 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,550 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,530 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $76,650 |
| Surgical Assistants | $81,640 |
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