Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $46,470 +6.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.34
10th percentile $38,030
90th percentile $58,630
Employed locally 550
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,030
    25th
    $40,200
    50th (median)
    $46,470
    75th
    $51,500
    90th
    $58,630

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,440
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,580
    Pharmacists $146,680
    Physical Therapists $99,670
    Dental Hygienists $94,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $22.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 6.9% above 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,030 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,200.