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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Manchester, NH
Pharmacy Technicians in the Manchester area earn a median of $22.16 per hour, about $46,100 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.80 and $23.83. That ranks 75th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 161st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manchester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Manchester.
- $22.16median pay per hour, Manchester
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 790pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 106cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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2 more open roles from employers in Manchester. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Pharmacy Technician Certified I - Hospital Pharmacy - Per Diem
SolutionHealth · Manchester, NH
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Manchester, NH
The metro median is 2% above the New Hampshire statewide median of $21.78 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 790 pharmacy technicians employed in the Manchester-Nashua metro area, 3.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.24 | $35,860 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.80 | $37,020 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.16 | $46,100 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.83 | $49,570 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.10 | $56,370 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Manchester ranks
- 75th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 161st 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 Manchester-Nashua run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% above the U.S. average (index 134.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.16 median hour buys what $20.97 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Manchester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$798
- Per year: $39,888
- Per month: $3,324
- New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Manchester-Nashua metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Manchester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,428 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,564 |
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 Manchester
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Medical Center Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Elliot Hospital Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | 16 mi | $22.16/hr | 91,851 |
| Haverhill, MA | 23 mi | $21.82/hr | 68,291 |
| Lawrence, MA | 24 mi | $21.82/hr | 89,332 |
| Lowell, MA | 25 mi | $21.82/hr | 120,418 |
| Peabody, MA | 39 mi | $21.82/hr | 55,418 |
| Medford, MA | 42 mi | $21.82/hr | 59,898 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in New Hampshire · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Hampshire
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Hampshire does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Manchester
Manchester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Manchester, NH?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Manchester-Nashua metro area have a median pay of $22.16 per hour, about $46,100 a year. The middle half earn between $17.80 and $23.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Manchester a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Manchester-Nashua ranks 161st of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 75th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Manchester?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, led by Catholic Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Manchester as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire 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 Manchester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Manchester is $130 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in Manchester?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Manchester and across New Hampshire. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Manchester.
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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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2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$26.35High$36
310 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in the US, 262 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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