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Pharmacy Technician
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in St. Louis, MO
Pay for pharmacy technicians in the St. Louis area centers on $19.25 per hour, or about $40,030 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.76 and the upper quarter over $22.32. That ranks 183rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 225th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Louis.
- $19.25median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 4,730pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician Specialist
SSM Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Specialty Pharmacy Tech
Ascension Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Pharmacy Technician Advocate
Ascension Health · Saint Louis, MO
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Pharmacy Technician pay in St. Louis, MO
The metro median is 5% above the Missouri statewide median of $18.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 4,730 pharmacy technicians employed in the St. Louis metro area, 3.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.78 | $34,900 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.76 | $36,940 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.25 | $40,030 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.32 | $46,430 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.70 | $53,460 | 23% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 183rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 225th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Missouri 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 St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.25 median hour buys what $20.24 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 St. Louis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$693
- Per year: $34,650
- Per month: $2,888
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Louis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $150 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,652 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,476 |
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 Missouri
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Community Pharmacy Technician - Clinic Based - Smiley
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
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Hospitals in St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $19.25/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $19.25/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $19.54/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $18.54/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $18.34/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $17.94/hr | 79,232 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Missouri · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 St. Louis, MO?
Pharmacy Technicians in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $19.25 per hour, about $40,030 a year. The middle half earn between $17.76 and $22.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 225th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 183rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in St. Louis?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, led by Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 St. Louis?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Louis is $150 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,652 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in St. Louis?
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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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- Community Pharmacy Technician - Clinic Based - SmileyPermanent$16.68–$26.31/ hour
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