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Pharmacy Technician - Full Time
Select Medical · Fort Wayne, IN
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Fort Wayne area is $18.58 per hour ($38,650 a year), with the typical range running from $17.46 to $22.18. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Fort Wayne. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne. The free report below lists employers near Fort Wayne and what they pay.
- $18.58median pay per hour, Fort Wayne
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 710pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Fort Wayne, IN
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The metro median is 3% below the Indiana statewide median of $19.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 710 pharmacy technicians employed in the Fort Wayne metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.16 | $35,690 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.46 | $36,320 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.58 | $38,650 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.18 | $46,130 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.09 | $48,030 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Fort Wayne ranks
- 242nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 242nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Indiana 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 Fort Wayne
- Overall prices in Fort Wayne run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.58 median hour buys what $20.07 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Fort Wayne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$669
- Per year: $33,444
- Per month: $2,787
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fort Wayne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fort Wayne
| 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).
Hospitals in Fort Wayne
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Hospital Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Health System, Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkview Regional Medical Center Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Maple Heights Behavioral Health Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Park Center, Inc Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart, IN | 60 mi | $19.39/hr | 53,690 |
| Muncie, IN | 63 mi | $18.15/hr | 65,320 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 67 mi | $19.18/hr | 51,020 |
| Kokomo, IN | 67 mi | $18.68/hr | 60,093 |
| South Bend, IN | 71 mi | $19.18/hr | 103,713 |
| Anderson, IN | 75 mi | $19.35/hr | 55,851 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Indiana · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Fort Wayne, IN?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Fort Wayne metro area have a median pay of $18.58 per hour, about $38,650 a year. The middle half earn between $17.46 and $22.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Wayne a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Fort Wayne ranks 242nd of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 242nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pharmacy technicians in Fort Wayne?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Fort Wayne. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fort Wayne.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fort Wayne as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Fort Wayne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fort Wayne 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 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
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 10 postings$33.39/ hr$25–$40
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