PermanentPosted today
Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician I - Cancer Center
ECU Health · Greenville, NC
$18.01–$26.25/ hour
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Cary, NC
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Cary area is $19.74 per hour ($41,060 a year), with the typical range running from $18.15 to $22.48. That ranks 160th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 237th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Cary. The free report below lists employers near Cary and what they pay.
- $19.74median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 2,240pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Cary, NC
The metro median is 3% above the North Carolina statewide median of $19.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 2,240 pharmacy technicians employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.98).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.23 | $35,840 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.15 | $37,750 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.74 | $41,060 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.48 | $46,760 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.83 | $51,650 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Cary ranks
- 160th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 237th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 13 North Carolina 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 Cary
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.74 median hour buys what $20.11 buys at the national price level, 4% 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$711
- Per year: $35,532
- Per month: $2,961
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cary
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,435 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,655 |
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 North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Cary as they open.
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Hospitals in Cary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cary, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital Cary, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex, NC | 5 mi | $19.74/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 11 mi | $19.74/hr | 499,825 |
| Durham, NC | 14 mi | $21.95/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 16 mi | $21.95/hr | 64,028 |
| Burlington, NC | 41 mi | $17.62/hr | 61,365 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 49 mi | $21.15/hr | 209,496 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in North Carolina · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Cary, NC?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $19.74 per hour, about $41,060 a year. The middle half earn between $18.15 and $22.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cary a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 237th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 160th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Cary?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cary, led by Wakemed, Cary Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Cary as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Cary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cary is $131 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Advocate HealthCharlotte, NC · 4 postings$27.32/ hr$22–$34
- ECU HealthGreenville, NC · 3 postings$22.13/ hr$18–$26
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 7 postings$37.85/ hr$26–$49
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$36.66/ hr$25–$52
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7 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in North Carolina, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 Pharm Tech roles
- Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician I - Cancer CenterPermanent$18.01–$26.25/ hour
- Clinical Pharmacy Technician I - Medication Reconciliation PRNPer diem$18.01–$26.25/ hour
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