PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Pharmacy Tech II
CommonSpirit Health · Little Rock, AR
$17.04–$23.20/ hour
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Springdale, AR
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Springdale area is $18.70 per hour ($38,900 a year), with the typical range running from $17.55 to $21.90. That ranks 227th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 205th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Springdale. The free report below lists employers near Springdale and what they pay.
- $18.70median pay per hour, Fayetteville
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 940pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Springdale, AR
The metro median is 4% above the Arkansas statewide median of $17.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 940 pharmacy technicians employed in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area, 3.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.15 | $33,590 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.55 | $36,500 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.70 | $38,900 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.90 | $45,550 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.80 | $49,500 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Springdale ranks
- 227th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 205th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Arkansas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Springdale
- Overall prices in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.70 median hour buys what $20.47 buys at the national price level, 2% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$673
- Per year: $33,660
- Per month: $2,805
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springdale
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel pharmacy technician assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Pharmacy Technician roles in Arkansas
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Pharmacy Technician II
CommonSpirit Health · Hot Springs, AR
$18.06–$25.51/ hour
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Hospitals in Springdale
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Springdale, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Medical Center-Springdale Springdale, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Northwest, Inc Springdale, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Pharmacy Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | 8 mi | $18.70/hr | 103,134 |
| Rogers, AR | 9 mi | $18.70/hr | 75,639 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 59 mi | $17.42/hr | 90,507 |
| Joplin, MO | 64 mi | $18.05/hr | 53,605 |
| Springfield, MO | 84 mi | $18.63/hr | 170,596 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 91 mi | $18.43/hr | 122,756 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Arkansas · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Springdale, AR?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area have a median pay of $18.70 per hour, about $38,900 a year. The middle half earn between $17.55 and $21.90 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springdale a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ranks 205th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 227th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Springdale?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Springdale, led by Northwest Medical Center-Springdale. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Springdale as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Springdale?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springdale is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- CommonSpirit HealthLITTLE ROCK, AR · 2 postings$20.95/ hr$17–$26
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 7 postings$37.85/ hr$26–$49
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$36.66/ hr$25–$52
- CommonSpirit HealthSANTA MARIA, CA · 6 postings$35.76/ hr$26–$45
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