Pharmacy Technicians Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,180 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.39
10th percentile $29,980
90th percentile $45,520
Employed locally 560
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,980
    25th
    $35,170
    50th (median)
    $36,180
    75th
    $39,870
    90th
    $45,520

    Top-paying metros for Pharmacy Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $81,310
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,740
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $61,990
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $61,290
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $59,960
    Washington $56,140

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $71,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,380
    Pharmacists $124,990
    Nurse Practitioners $106,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians $34,620
    Dental Hygienists $81,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in East Tennessee is $17.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.44 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in East Tennessee is 16.8% below the national median of $43,460. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Pharmacy Technicians in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,980 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,170.