Pharmacy Technicians Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,220 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.82
10th percentile $35,250
90th percentile $49,090
Employed locally 280
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,250
    25th
    $36,710
    50th (median)
    $41,220
    75th
    $46,790
    90th
    $49,090

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,460
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,730
    Physical Therapists $91,800
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,970
    Pharmacists $135,980
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $66,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in East South Dakota is $19.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.48 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in East South Dakota is 5.2% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,250 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,710.