Pharmacy Technicians pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $21.57 an hour ($44,860 a year). About 4,630 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($45,750). Iowa ranks 29th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.38 | $36,140 |
| 25% of workers | $18.17 | $37,790 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.57 | $44,860 |
| 75% of workers | $23.40 | $48,670 |
| 90% of workers | $25.07 | $52,150 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $46,620 | 1,160 |
| Dubuque | $45,100 | 250 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $45,080 | 550 |
| Cedar Rapids | $43,930 | 390 |
| Sioux City | $43,820 | 210 |
| Iowa City | $43,500 | 460 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $40,950 | 270 |
| Ames | $39,310 | 140 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $39,350 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Pharmacists | $138,860 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $45,560 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,240 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $33,270 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,540 |
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