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CVS Health · New Orleans, LA
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in New Orleans, LA
Pharmacy Technicians in the New Orleans area earn a median of $18.80 per hour, about $39,110 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.68 and $22.37. That ranks 219th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 220th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. The free report below lists employers near New Orleans and what they pay.
- $18.80median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 1,340pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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8 more open roles from employers in New Orleans. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - PRN (Days and Evenings)
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Retail Pharmacy Technician
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Pharmacy Tech Senior - Outpatient/Specialty
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Pharmacy Technician Specialist - Sterile Products Preparation
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Specialized Pharmacy Technician - Chemotherapy
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Pharmacy Tech PRN
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Retail Pharmacy Technician - OMC
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Pharmacy Technician pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 1% above the Louisiana statewide median of $18.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,340 pharmacy technicians employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 3.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.38 | $36,150 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.68 | $36,770 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.80 | $39,110 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.37 | $46,530 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.00 | $49,920 | 15% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 219th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 220th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 8 Louisiana 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 New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.80 median hour buys what $20.30 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$677
- Per year: $33,840
- Per month: $2,820
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Orleans
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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).
Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $18.80/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $18.93/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $18.27/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $18.58/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $18.42/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $19.06/hr | 81,157 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Louisiana · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in New Orleans, LA?
Pharmacy Technicians in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $18.80 per hour, about $39,110 a year. The middle half earn between $17.68 and $22.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 220th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 219th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 New Orleans?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Orleans is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in New Orleans?
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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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