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CVS Health · Knoxville, TN
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Knoxville, TN
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Knoxville area is $17.56 per hour ($36,520 a year), with the typical range running from $16.98 to $19.91. That ranks 343rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 291st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville. The free report below lists employers near Knoxville and what they pay.
- $17.56median pay per hour, Knoxville
- $17–$20typical range per hour
- 1,590pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Pharmacy Technician roles in Knoxville
4 more open roles from employers in Knoxville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Pharmacy Tech, Inpatient, Full Time, Evenings, Rotating Weekends and Holidays
East Tennessee Children's Hospital · Knoxville, TN
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN II, Full Time, Days, Rotating Weekends & Holidays
East Tennessee Children's Hospital · Knoxville, TN
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Outpatient Pharm, Full Time, Dayshift
East Tennessee Children's Hospital · Knoxville, TN
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Knoxville, TN
The metro median is 4% below the Tennessee statewide median of $18.33 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,590 pharmacy technicians employed in the Knoxville metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.20).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.59 | $30,350 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.98 | $35,320 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.56 | $36,520 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.91 | $41,410 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.75 | $47,320 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Knoxville ranks
- 343rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 291st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 10 Tennessee metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052), 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 $17.56 median hour buys what $18.97 buys at the national price level, 9% below 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$632
- Per year: $31,608
- Per month: $2,634
- 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 pharmacy technician 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).
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 pharmacy technicians.
| 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.
Pharmacy Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 75 mi | $18.02/hr | 50,232 |
| Asheville, NC | 83 mi | $18.47/hr | 94,992 |
| Kingsport, TN | 87 mi | $18.15/hr | 57,109 |
| Johnson City, TN | 91 mi | $17.69/hr | 73,635 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 96 mi | $18.37/hr | 191,496 |
| Greenville, SC | 119 mi | $18.56/hr | 74,371 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Tennessee · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
State registration or license, as the state requires. 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.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Knoxville, TN?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Knoxville metro area have a median pay of $17.56 per hour, about $36,520 a year. The middle half earn between $16.98 and $19.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Knoxville a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Knoxville ranks 291st of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 343rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians 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 pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. 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.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in Knoxville?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 7 postings$37.85/ hr$26–$49
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$36.66/ hr$25–$52
- CommonSpirit HealthSANTA MARIA, CA · 6 postings$35.76/ hr$26–$45
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 10 postings$33.39/ hr$25–$40
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