Pharmacy Technicians Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $40,480 -6.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.46
10th percentile $34,640
90th percentile $49,140
Employed locally 480
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,640
    25th
    $35,790
    50th (median)
    $40,480
    75th
    $46,340
    90th
    $49,140

    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 Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,810
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480
    Dentists, General $216,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in East Central Illinois is $19.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.24 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in East Central Illinois is 6.9% 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 Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,640 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,790.