How much does a medical equipment preparer make in Tennessee?
$46,990a year
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers in Tennessee. That is $22.59 an hour or $3,916 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.59
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,090Median: $46,990Highest 10%: $60,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,090 | $16.87 | |
| 25th | $37,100 | $17.84 | |
| Median | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| 75th | $55,730 | $26.79 | |
| 90th | $60,360 | $29.02 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $49,260 |
| Kingsport, TN | $48,050 |
| Knoxville, TN | $46,250 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $45,860 |
| Memphis, TN | $45,480 |
| Johnson City, TN | $45,470 |
| Jackson, TN | $38,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical equipment preparers.
| 20. Georgia | $47,850 |
| 21. Colorado | $47,700 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $47,570 |
| 23. Tennessee | $46,990 |
| 24. Texas | $46,970 |
| 25. Kentucky | $46,880 |
| 26. Maine | $46,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical equipment preparer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $22.59 ($46,990 a year).
Do medical equipment preparers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $46,990 against $47,700 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for medical equipment preparer pay?
Tennessee ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays medical equipment preparers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $49,260 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.