Pharmacy Technicians Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,170 -5.3% vs national
Median hourly $19.80
10th percentile $34,500
90th percentile $47,390
Employed locally 520
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,500
    25th
    $36,050
    50th (median)
    $41,170
    75th
    $46,190
    90th
    $47,390

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians$35,310
    Paramedics$47,610
    Nurse Practitioners$126,780
    Pharmacists$138,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in West Central Illinois is $19.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.93 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in West Central Illinois is 5.3% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,500 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,050.