Pharmacy Technicians pay in Cincinnati
In Cincinnati (OH), the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $19.47 an hour ($40,490 a year). About 3,380 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($45,750). It is about the same as the Ohio median ($40,650).
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Cincinnati (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.80 | $34,940 |
| 25% of workers | $17.08 | $35,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.47 | $40,490 |
| 75% of workers | $23.16 | $48,170 |
| 90% of workers | $27.33 | $56,840 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $45,240 | 3,480 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $45,000 | 1,260 |
| Toledo | $44,870 | 790 |
| Lima | $44,150 | 150 |
| Springfield | $42,570 | 140 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $41,000 | 690 |
| Canton-Massillon | $40,900 | 610 |
| Cincinnati (this page) | $40,490 | 3,380 |
| Akron | $39,780 | 1,020 |
| Cleveland | $39,310 | 3,970 |
| Sandusky | $38,750 | 130 |
| Mansfield | $38,310 | 170 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Cincinnati (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $40,350 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $64,180 |
| Medical Assistants | $44,340 |
| Pharmacists | $140,200 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,140 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $48,380 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $65,370 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $79,270 |
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