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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Saint Petersburg, FL
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in St. Petersburg, FL
Pharmacy Technicians in the St. Petersburg area earn a median of $18.92 per hour, about $39,350 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $22.03. That ranks 210th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 305th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg. The free report below lists employers near St. Petersburg and what they pay.
- $18.92median pay per hour, Tampa
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 6,010pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician pay in St. Petersburg, FL
The metro median is 1% below the Florida statewide median of $19.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 6,010 pharmacy technicians employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 4.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.25 | $35,880 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.56 | $36,520 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.92 | $39,350 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.03 | $45,820 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.91 | $55,970 | 29% above U.S. median |
How St. Petersburg ranks
- 210th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 305th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.92 median hour buys what $18.75 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 St. Petersburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$681
- Per year: $34,056
- Per month: $2,838
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Petersburg
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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 St. Petersburg as they open.
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Pharmacy Technician (Outpatient Pharmacy)
Veterans Health Administration · West Palm Beach, FL
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Pharmacy Technician
Veterans Health Administration · Tallahassee, FL
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Hospitals in St. Petersburg
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthonys Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida St Petersburg Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Northside Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinellas Park, FL | 8 mi | $18.92/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 13 mi | $18.92/hr | 82,337 |
| Bradenton, FL | 19 mi | $20.29/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 30 mi | $20.29/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 47 mi | $17.87/hr | 124,990 |
| North Port, FL | 56 mi | $20.29/hr | 92,875 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Florida · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
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 St. Petersburg, FL?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $18.92 per hour, about $39,350 a year. The middle half earn between $17.56 and $22.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Petersburg a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 305th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 210th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in St. Petersburg?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg, led by St Anthonys Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Petersburg is $161 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- 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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