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Clinical Pharmacist - Malignant Hematology
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Pharmacist jobs in Nashville, TN
Pharmacists in the Nashville area earn a median of $65.15 per hour, about $135,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $60.62 and $73.13. That ranks 177th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 257th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Nashville.
- $65.15median pay per hour, Nashville
- $61–$73typical range per hour
- 2,650pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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18 more open roles from employers in Nashville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Senior Informatics Pharmacist (Remote Available)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Remote · TN hiring
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Pharmacist
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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Clinical Pharmacist - Ambulatory Infusion
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Temporary Staff Pharmacist - Complex Care Services
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Inpatient Staff Pharmacist - Night Shift 7 on/7 off
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Staff Pharmacist FT
CVS Health · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 7 days ago
Staff Pharmacist PRN - Pediatric Outpatient Pharmacy
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Clinical Pharmacist PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Temporary Staff Pharmacist - Sterile Compounding
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Clinical Pharmacist - Pediatric Neurology
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Temporary Staff Pharmacist - Transplant Pharmacy
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Pharmacist pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 3% above the Tennessee statewide median of $63.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 2,650 pharmacists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.92 | $49,750 | 64% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.62 | $126,090 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $65.15 | $135,500 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $73.13 | $152,110 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.58 | $161,370 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 177th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 257th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $65.15 median hour buys what $67.63 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Nashville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,345
- Per year: $117,270
- Per month: $9,772
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Nashville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $222 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,156 |
| 13-week assignment | $28,028 |
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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Nashville as they open.
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Mental Health)
Veterans Health Administration · Memphis, TN
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Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $65.15/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $65.15/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $61.30/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $61.16/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $66.63/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $66.63/hr | 230,402 |
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 Nashville
Nashville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Nashville, TN?
Pharmacists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $65.15 per hour, about $135,500 a year. The middle half earn between $60.62 and $73.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 257th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 177th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville 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 Nashville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Nashville is $222 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,156 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacists in Nashville?
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Your Pharmacist pay reportNashville, 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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