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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Taunton, MA
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Taunton, MA
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Taunton area is $18.24 per hour ($37,940 a year), with the typical range running from $17.91 to $23.08. That ranks 286th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 338th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Taunton. The free report below lists employers near Taunton and what they pay.
- $18.24median pay per hour, Providence
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 2,520pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Taunton, MA
The metro median is 15% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $21.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 2,520 pharmacy technicians employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.44 | $36,280 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.91 | $37,250 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.24 | $37,940 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.08 | $48,010 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.86 | $53,790 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Taunton ranks
- 286th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 338th 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 Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.24 median hour buys what $17.92 buys at the national price level, 14% 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 Taunton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$657
- Per year: $32,832
- Per month: $2,736
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Taunton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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 Massachusetts
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Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Outpatient, Per Diem
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$25.51–$34.33/ hour
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Pharmacy Tech, Health Alliance, 40 Hours, Evenings
UMass Memorial Health Care · Leominster, MA
$19.15–$34.47/ hour
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Certified Pharmacy Technician - Oncology / Infusion / OR - Waltham
Mass General Brigham · Waltham, MA
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Pharmacy Technician I, Oncology Infusion Center, 40hr, Day
UMass Memorial Health Care · Marlborough, MA
$23.81–$35.08/ hour
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Pharmacy Technician II - Rotating Overnight, Full-Time
Boston Medical Center · Brockton, MA
$20.25–$30.10/ hour
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Pharmacy Technician I
Mass General Brigham · Northampton, MA
$20.73–$28.82/ hour
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Hospitals in Taunton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Taunton, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Taunton State Hospital Taunton, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 12 mi | $18.24/hr | 94,689 |
| Brockton, MA | 13 mi | $21.82/hr | 105,788 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 14 mi | $18.24/hr | 76,996 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 22 mi | $21.82/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 25 mi | $21.82/hr | 103,434 |
| Newton, MA | 30 mi | $21.82/hr | 90,700 |
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Taunton, MA?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $18.24 per hour, about $37,940 a year. The middle half earn between $17.91 and $23.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Taunton a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 338th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 286th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Taunton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Taunton, led by Brown University Health Morton Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Taunton as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Taunton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Taunton is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharm Tech pay reportTaunton, MA · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 9 postings$29.48/ hr$20–$38
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 11 postings$27.16/ hr$19–$40
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 16 postings$24.16/ hr$21–$57
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Low$21Median$25.57High$35
37 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 32 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 Pharm Tech roles
- Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Outpatient, Per DiemPer diem$25.51–$34.33/ hour
- Pharmacy Tech, Health Alliance, 40 Hours, EveningsPermanent$19.15–$34.47/ hour
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