Pharmacy Technicians pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $24.02 an hour ($49,970 a year). About 6,010 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($45,750). Colorado ranks 5th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.14 | $39,810 |
| 25% of workers | $22.26 | $46,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.02 | $49,970 |
| 75% of workers | $28.03 | $58,300 |
| 90% of workers | $31.14 | $64,760 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $51,210 | 340 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $50,970 | 3,260 |
| Greeley | $49,950 | 250 |
| Colorado Springs | $49,930 | 740 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $49,650 | 0 |
| Grand Junction | $48,470 | 170 |
| Pueblo | $48,270 | 210 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 44,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $47,380 |
| Medical Assistants | $48,400 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $73,880 |
| Pharmacists | $156,030 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,650 |
| Phlebotomists | $47,180 |
| Surgical Technologists | $75,740 |
| Opticians, Dispensing | $47,310 |
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