IN · Muncie · Updated October 15, 2026

Pharmacy Technician jobs in Muncie, IN

The median pharmacy technician pay in the Muncie area is $18.15 per hour ($37,750 a year), with the typical range running from $17.15 to $21.01. That ranks 297th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 194th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Muncie. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Muncie.

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Pharmacy Technician

CVS Health · Muncie, IN

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Pharmacy Technician pay in Muncie, IN

The metro median is 6% below the Indiana statewide median of $19.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 260 pharmacy technicians employed in the Muncie metro area, 5.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.85).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.59$34,51021% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.15$35,67018% below U.S. median
Median$18.15$37,75013% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$21.01$43,7001% above U.S. median
Top 10%$22.29$46,3607% above U.S. median

How Muncie ranks

  • 297th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 194th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 11th 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.

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What your pay buys in Muncie

  • Overall prices in Muncie run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.5).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $18.15 median hour buys what $20.59 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Muncie paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$653
  • Per year: $32,670
  • Per month: $2,722

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Muncie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Muncie

ItemFederal 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 Indiana

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Hospitals in Muncie

CMS lists 1 hospital in Muncie, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital
Muncie, IN
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Pharmacy Technician pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Anderson, IN17 mi$19.35/hr55,851
Noblesville, IN34 mi$19.35/hr75,239
Fishers, IN34 mi$19.35/hr103,986
Westfield, IN42 mi$19.35/hr62,994
Kokomo, IN43 mi$18.68/hr60,093
Carmel, IN43 mi$19.35/hr103,606

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.

Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Common questions

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Muncie, IN?

Pharmacy Technicians in the Muncie metro area have a median pay of $18.15 per hour, about $37,750 a year. The middle half earn between $17.15 and $21.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Muncie a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?

Muncie ranks 194th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 297th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.

Where do pharmacy technicians work in Muncie?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Muncie, led by Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Indiana license to work in Muncie 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 Muncie?

The federal per diem benchmark in Muncie 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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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • 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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2What they are offering now

Low$19Median$26.35High$36

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3Open now: 1 Pharm Tech roles

  1. Pharmacy Technician - Full TimePermanent
    $19.00–$26.00/ hour
    Select Medical · Fort Wayne, IN · posted 3 days ago

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