Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $36,640 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.62
10th percentile $29,770
90th percentile $47,270
Employed locally 330
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,770
    25th
    $30,710
    50th (median)
    $36,640
    75th
    $44,030
    90th
    $47,270

    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 Southwest Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $66,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,800
    Nurse Practitioners $101,700
    Pharmacists $142,130
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $58,230
    Veterinarians $126,670

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southwest Missouri is $17.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.17 or more per hour.

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

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southwest Missouri is 15.7% 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 Southwest Missouri?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,770 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,710.