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Pharmacy Technician I, Retail Pharmacy
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Utica, NY
Pay for pharmacy technicians in the Utica area centers on $17.50 per hour, or about $36,390 a year. The lower quarter earns under $16.72 and the upper quarter over $21.24. That ranks 352nd of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 295th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Utica. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Utica.
- $17.50median pay per hour, Utica
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 360pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Utica, NY
The metro median is 11% below the New York statewide median of $19.63 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 360 pharmacy technicians employed in the Utica-Rome metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.00 | $31,200 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.72 | $34,780 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.50 | $36,390 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.24 | $44,180 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.86 | $49,630 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Utica ranks
- 352nd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 295th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 11 New York 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 Utica
- Overall prices in Utica-Rome run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.50 median hour buys what $18.88 buys at the national price level, 10% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$630
- Per year: $31,500
- Per month: $2,625
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Utica-Rome metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Utica
| 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).
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Hospitals in Utica
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Utica, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wynn Hospital Utica, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center Utica, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse, NY | 46 mi | $18.61/hr | 146,097 |
| Schenectady, NY | 69 mi | $18.43/hr | 69,495 |
| Albany, NY | 78 mi | $18.43/hr | 101,317 |
| Troy, NY | 82 mi | $18.43/hr | 51,065 |
| Scranton, PA | 119 mi | $16.95/hr | 75,905 |
| Rochester, NY | 121 mi | $18.32/hr | 207,282 |
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Utica, NY?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Utica-Rome metro area have a median pay of $17.50 per hour, about $36,390 a year. The middle half earn between $16.72 and $21.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Utica a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Utica-Rome ranks 295th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 352nd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Utica?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Utica, led by Wynn Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Utica as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Utica?
The federal per diem benchmark in Utica 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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Your Pharm Tech pay reportUtica, NY · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Glens Falls HospitalGlens Falls, NY · 2 postings$27.36/ hr$18–$40
- BrightSpring Health ServicesWEST HAVERSTRAW, NY · 3 postings$24.00/ hr$17–$30
- United Health ServicesJohnson City, NY · 5 postings$21.58/ hr$17–$25
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Low$18Median$21.96High$31
13 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in New York, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Pharmacy Technician I, Retail PharmacyPermanent$17.98–$25.17/ hour
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