PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · North Port, FL
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in North Port, FL
The median pharmacy technician pay in the North Port area is $20.29 per hour ($42,210 a year), with the typical range running from $18.01 to $23.03. That ranks 139th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 253rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in North Port. The free report below lists employers near North Port and what they pay.
- $20.29median pay per hour, North Port
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,250pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician pay in North Port, FL
The metro median is 6% above the Florida statewide median of $19.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,250 pharmacy technicians employed in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area, 3.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.48 | $36,360 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.01 | $37,460 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.29 | $42,210 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.03 | $47,900 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.75 | $49,400 | 14% above U.S. median |
How North Port ranks
- 139th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 253rd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 20 Florida 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.
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- Overall prices in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% above the U.S. average (index 128.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.29 median hour buys what $19.81 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.
Estimate your North Port paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$730
- Per year: $36,522
- Per month: $3,044
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in North Port
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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).
Open Pharmacy Technician roles in Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in North Port as they open.
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Pharmacy Technician (Outpatient Pharmacy)
Veterans Health Administration · West Palm Beach, FL
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Veterans Health Administration · Tallahassee, FL
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Hospitals in North Port
CMS lists 1 hospital in North Port. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Port Behavioral Health North Port, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota, FL | 29 mi | $20.29/hr | 57,764 |
| Cape Coral, FL | 31 mi | $19.60/hr | 233,025 |
| Fort Myers, FL | 38 mi | $19.60/hr | 99,918 |
| Bradenton, FL | 38 mi | $20.29/hr | 58,184 |
| Bonita Springs, FL | 55 mi | $19.60/hr | 57,112 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 56 mi | $18.92/hr | 267,102 |
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License and tax basics in Florida
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in North Port, FL?
Pharmacy Technicians in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area have a median pay of $20.29 per hour, about $42,210 a year. The middle half earn between $18.01 and $23.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is North Port a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota ranks 253rd of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 139th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in North Port?
CMS lists 1 hospital in North Port, led by North Port Behavioral Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in North Port as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 North Port?
The federal per diem benchmark in North Port is $154 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationWest Palm Beach, FL · 2 postings$29.63/ hr$25–$35
- 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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- Pharmacy Technician (Outpatient Pharmacy)Permanent$55k–$72k/ year
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