Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $41,920 | $45,195 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.15 | $21.73 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,615.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Tennessee is $41,920, or about $20.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Tennessee is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,870 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $41,920, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.