PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Licensed Pharmacy Technician (Inpatient) Part Time, Days
Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
$18.26–$27.39/ hour
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Kentwood, MI
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Kentwood area is $21.84 per hour ($45,430 a year), with the typical range running from $18.33 to $23.34. That ranks 88th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 58th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in the Kentwood metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kentwood.
- $21.84median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,670pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Kentwood, MI
The metro median is 13% above the Michigan statewide median of $19.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,670 pharmacy technicians employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 3.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.06 | $35,480 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.33 | $38,130 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.84 | $45,430 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.34 | $48,550 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.89 | $51,770 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Kentwood ranks
- 88th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 58th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 14 Michigan 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 Kentwood
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.84 median hour buys what $22.86 buys at the national price level, 9% above 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$786
- Per year: $39,312
- Per month: $3,276
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kentwood
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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).
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Hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Michigan Health - West Wyoming, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $21.84/hr | 78,559 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 6 mi | $21.84/hr | 200,117 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 42 mi | $19.86/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 44 mi | $21.62/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 54 mi | $18.38/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 85 mi | $19.39/hr | 53,690 |
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Kentwood, MI?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $21.84 per hour, about $45,430 a year. The middle half earn between $18.33 and $23.34 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kentwood a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 58th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 88th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Kentwood?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kentwood as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Kentwood?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kentwood is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 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
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