Pharmacy Technicians pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $21.74 an hour ($45,220 a year). About 4,980 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($45,750). It is 13% higher than the Missouri median ($40,100).
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.32 | $36,020 |
| 25% of workers | $17.92 | $37,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.74 | $45,220 |
| 75% of workers | $23.17 | $48,190 |
| 90% of workers | $28.23 | $58,730 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $45,360 | 3,550 |
| St. Louis (this page) | $45,220 | 4,980 |
| Springfield | $39,490 | 1,020 |
| Joplin | $37,860 | 310 |
| Columbia | $37,750 | 500 |
| St. Joseph | $36,930 | 240 |
| Jefferson City | $36,410 | 200 |
| Cape Girardeau | $35,910 | 230 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $39,110 |
| Medical Assistants | $44,710 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $65,120 |
| Pharmacists | $138,530 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $44,860 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $61,830 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,570 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $76,390 |
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