Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,590 +9.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.88
10th percentile $37,600
90th percentile $58,130
Employed locally 270
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,600
    25th
    $39,640
    50th (median)
    $47,590
    75th
    $50,370
    90th
    $58,130

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Physical Therapists $95,640
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,120
    Dental Hygienists $102,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380
    Nurse Practitioners $125,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southwest Colorado is $22.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.30 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southwest Colorado is 9.5% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,600 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,640.