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LifePoint Health · Knoxville, TN
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Pharmacist jobs in Knoxville, TN
The median pharmacist pay in the Knoxville area is $63.76 per hour ($132,620 a year), with the typical range running from $51.48 to $66.33. That ranks 281st of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 226th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Knoxville.
- $63.76median pay per hour, Knoxville
- $51–$66typical range per hour
- 1,030pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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7 more open roles from employers in Knoxville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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District Support Pharmacist FT
CVS Health · Knoxville, TN
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Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT
CVS Health · Knoxville, TN
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Dist Suppt Pharmacist FT
CVS Health · Knoxville, TN
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Per diemPosted 9 days ago
Pharmacist II PRN - Days, Evenings, Rotating Weekends and Holidays
East Tennessee Children's Hospital · Knoxville, TN
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Pharmacist II - Days, Evenings, Rotating Weekends and Holidays
East Tennessee Children's Hospital · Knoxville, TN
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PHARMACIST
Covenant Health · Knoxville, TN
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Pharmacist pay in Knoxville, TN
The metro median is 1% above the Tennessee statewide median of $63.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 1,030 pharmacists employed in the Knoxville metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $46.56 | $96,840 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.48 | $107,080 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $63.76 | $132,620 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.33 | $137,970 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.07 | $154,070 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Knoxville ranks
- 281st of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 226th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 Tennessee metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Knoxville run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% below the U.S. average (index 82.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $63.76 median hour buys what $68.88 buys at the national price level, 4% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Knoxville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,295
- Per year: $114,768
- Per month: $9,564
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Knoxville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Knoxville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,351 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,563 |
Travel pharmacist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Pharmacist roles in Tennessee
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Mental Health)
Veterans Health Administration · Memphis, TN
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Hospitals in Knoxville
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Health System, Inc Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkwest Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| East Tennessee Childrens Hospital Knoxville, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| East Tennessee Behavioral Health Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Knoxville Center For Behavioral Medicine Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Pharmacist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 75 mi | $59.63/hr | 50,232 |
| Asheville, NC | 83 mi | $65.22/hr | 94,992 |
| Kingsport, TN | 87 mi | $60.87/hr | 57,109 |
| Johnson City, TN | 91 mi | $60.60/hr | 73,635 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 96 mi | $62.60/hr | 191,496 |
| Greenville, SC | 119 mi | $64.55/hr | 74,371 |
License and tax basics in Tennessee
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Knoxville
Knoxville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Knoxville, TN?
Pharmacists in the Knoxville metro area have a median pay of $63.76 per hour, about $132,620 a year. The middle half earn between $51.48 and $66.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Knoxville a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Knoxville ranks 226th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 281st of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Knoxville?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville, led by University Health System, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Knoxville as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Knoxville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Knoxville is $119 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,351 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportKnoxville, TN · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Pramukh Ashish 1 LLCLenoir City, TN · 1 wage offer$63.46/ hr$63–$63
- Sai Geeta Drug LLCChattanooga, TN · 1 wage offer$62.50/ hr$62–$62
- St. Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, TN · 1 wage offer$55.00/ hr$55–$55
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$53Median$58.75High$63
4 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Tennessee, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Pharmacist roles
- Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Mental Health)Permanent$140k–$182k/ year
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