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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Danbury, CT
Pay for pharmacy technicians in the Danbury area centers on $21.12 per hour, or about $43,920 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.35 and the upper quarter over $24.02. That ranks 118th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 256th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Danbury. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Danbury.
- $21.12median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 1,180pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Danbury, CT
The metro median is 1% below the Connecticut statewide median of $21.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,180 pharmacy technicians employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area, 2.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.12 | $37,690 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.35 | $38,170 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.12 | $43,920 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.02 | $49,960 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.94 | $60,200 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Danbury ranks
- 118th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 256th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Connecticut 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 Danbury
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.12 median hour buys what $19.76 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$760
- Per year: $38,016
- Per month: $3,168
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Danbury
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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. 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).
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Hospitals in Danbury
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital Danbury, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | 21 mi | $21.12/hr | 151,599 |
| Norwalk, CT | 21 mi | $21.25/hr | 93,661 |
| Stamford, CT | 22 mi | $21.12/hr | 139,134 |
| Waterbury, CT | 25 mi | $18.64/hr | 115,908 |
| West Haven, CT | 28 mi | $21.25/hr | 55,379 |
| New Haven, CT | 29 mi | $22.10/hr | 137,562 |
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Danbury, CT?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $21.12 per hour, about $43,920 a year. The middle half earn between $18.35 and $24.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Danbury a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 256th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Danbury?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, led by Danbury Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Danbury as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Danbury?
The federal per diem benchmark in Danbury is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Oxford Pharmacy CT INC.Trumbull, CT · 1 wage offer$20.79/ hr$21–$21
- 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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