Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,150 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.38
10th percentile $29,640
90th percentile $48,270
Employed locally 880
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,640
    25th
    $30,870
    50th (median)
    $36,150
    75th
    $39,090
    90th
    $48,270

    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 Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,100
    Nurse Practitioners $108,190
    Pharmacists $135,350
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $57,820
    Physical Therapists $86,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southeast Missouri is $17.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.72 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southeast Missouri is 16.8% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,640 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,870.