How much does a pharmacy technician make in Tennessee?
$41,920a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in Tennessee. That is $20.15 an hour or $3,493 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.15
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,550Median: $41,920Highest 10%: $55,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,550 | $17.09 | |
| 25th | $37,060 | $17.82 | |
| Median | $41,920 | $20.15 | |
| 75th | $48,270 | $23.21 | |
| 90th | $55,430 | $26.65 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $45,950 |
| Memphis, TN | $45,260 |
| Clarksville, TN | $42,240 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $40,720 |
| Jackson, TN | $39,090 |
| Johnson City, TN | $38,480 |
| Knoxville, TN | $38,270 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,760 |
| Cleveland, TN | $36,680 |
| Morristown, TN | $36,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacy technicians.
| 37. Florida | $43,590 |
| 38. Kansas | $43,310 |
| 39. South Carolina | $42,120 |
| 40. Tennessee | $41,920 |
| 41. Georgia | $41,910 |
| 42. Ohio | $40,650 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $40,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $20.15 ($41,920 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $41,920 against $45,750 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for pharmacy technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays pharmacy technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $45,950 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.