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Pharmacy Technician I PRN
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Baltimore, MD
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Baltimore area is $20.60 per hour ($42,860 a year), with the typical range running from $17.50 to $23.93. That ranks 134th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 257th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Baltimore.
- $20.60median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 4,400pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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7 more open roles from employers in Baltimore. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Pharmacy Technician I
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Validated Pharmacy Technician VPhT
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Inpatient Pharmacy Technician, Rotating
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Outpatient Retail Pharmacy Technician, Rotating
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Pharmacy Technician III, Investigational Drugs
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 1% below the Maryland statewide median of $20.72 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 4,400 pharmacy technicians employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.09 | $35,550 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.50 | $36,400 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.60 | $42,860 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.93 | $49,770 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.59 | $59,470 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 134th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 257th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.60 median hour buys what $19.72 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$742
- Per year: $37,080
- Per month: $3,090
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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).
Open Pharmacy Technician roles in Maryland
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Baltimore as they open.
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Pharmacy Technician II Alternative
University of Maryland Medical System · Glen Burnie, MD
$21.50–$30.12/ hour
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Pharmacy Technician II
US Oncology Network · Rockville, MD
$18.73–$28.81/ hour
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Pharmacy Technician
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbia, MD
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $21.90/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $21.90/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $21.90/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $21.90/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $21.90/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $21.90/hr | 89,537 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Maryland · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland 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 Baltimore, MD?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $20.60 per hour, about $42,860 a year. The middle half earn between $17.50 and $23.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 257th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 134th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Baltimore?
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, led by Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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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- Pharmacy Technician II AlternativePermanent$21.50–$30.12/ hour
- Pharmacy Technician IIPermanent$18.73–$28.81/ hour
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