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Certified Pharmacy Technician, Varies shift, Inpatient Pharmacy
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Cincinnati, OH
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Cincinnati area is $18.73 per hour ($38,950 a year), with the typical range running from $16.62 to $22.61. That ranks 224th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 261st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Cincinnati. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cincinnati.
- $18.73median pay per hour, Cincinnati
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 3,730pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Pharmacy Technician roles in Cincinnati
9 more open roles from employers in Cincinnati. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Certified Pharmacy Technician, First Shift, Outpatient Pharmacy
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Pharmacy Tech Trainee, First Shift, Outpatient Pharmacy
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician-Outpatient Pharmacy
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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Per diemPosted 8 days ago
Pharmacy Tech for Operating Room & Critical Care: PRN/As Needed
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Pharmacy Technician: Operating Room & Critical Care, part-time
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician - Retail
TriHealth · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician, First Shift, Specialty Pharmacy
UC Health · Cincinnati, OH
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Oncology Pharmacy Technician
US Oncology Network · Cincinnati, OH
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Cincinnati, OH
The metro median is 3% above the Ohio statewide median of $18.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 3,730 pharmacy technicians employed in the Cincinnati metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.02 | $33,320 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.62 | $34,570 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.73 | $38,950 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.61 | $47,030 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.93 | $53,930 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Cincinnati ranks
- 224th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 261st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Ohio 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 Cincinnati run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.73 median hour buys what $19.64 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Cincinnati paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$674
- Per year: $33,714
- Per month: $2,810
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cincinnati metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cincinnati
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $163 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,743 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,659 |
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 Ohio
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Cincinnati as they open.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Pharmacy Technician
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · Ohio
$18.37–$23.99/ hour
PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Full-Time
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$20.00–$26.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Cincinnati
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Cincinnati, 6 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bethesda North Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc Cincinnati, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Assurance Health Cincinnati Llc Cincinnati, OH | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton, OH | 18 mi | $18.73/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 26 mi | $18.73/hr | 52,291 |
| Kettering, OH | 43 mi | $19.23/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 47 mi | $19.23/hr | 136,346 |
| Springfield, OH | 66 mi | $16.97/hr | 58,138 |
| Columbus, IN | 76 mi | $17.78/hr | 51,970 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Ohio · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Cincinnati, OH?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Cincinnati metro area have a median pay of $18.73 per hour, about $38,950 a year. The middle half earn between $16.62 and $22.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cincinnati a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Cincinnati ranks 261st of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 224th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Cincinnati?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Cincinnati, led by Christ Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Cincinnati as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Cincinnati?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cincinnati is $163 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,743 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in Cincinnati?
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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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- Pharmacy TechnicianPermanent$18.37–$23.99/ hour
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Full-TimePermanent$20.00–$26.00/ hour
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