Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,120 -10% vs national
Median hourly $18.81
10th percentile $34,580
90th percentile $50,590
Employed locally 790
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,580
    25th
    $35,930
    50th (median)
    $39,120
    75th
    $46,370
    90th
    $50,590

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790
    Physicians, All Other $214,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southern Ohio is $18.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.43 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southern Ohio is 10% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,580 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,930.