Patient Care Technician Salary Guide: Tennessee

Average Patient Care Technician Salary

$45.68/hour

The average salary for a Patient Care Technician in Tennessee is $45.68 per hour. This is 67% higher than the US average of $14.88.

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Patient Care Technician salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages

$45.68/hour

Tennessee

67% higher than the US average.

$14.88/hour

United States

How does the pay for Patient Care Technicians in Tennessee compare to nearby states?

Only Georgia reports pay data for Patient Care Technicians, averaging $35 per hour. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Allied Health Professionals is $46 per hour — Georgia pays 23% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Georgia$35$35

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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