Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $37,160 -14.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.87
10th percentile $33,220
90th percentile $48,100
Employed locally 440
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,220
    25th
    $35,170
    50th (median)
    $37,160
    75th
    $46,270
    90th
    $48,100

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,610
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070
    Psychiatric Technicians $50,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $17.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.17 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 14.5% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,220 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,170.