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CVS Health · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Columbus, OH
Pharmacy Technicians in the Columbus area earn a median of $18.57 per hour, about $38,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.23 and $23.00. That ranks 246th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 266th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Columbus. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Columbus.
- $18.57median pay per hour, Columbus
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 3,540pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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6 more open roles from employers in Columbus. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Pharmacy Technician / 2nd Shift
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician / Automation / 2nd Shift
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician / 1st Shift
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician / Automation / 1st Shift
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Columbus, OH
The metro median is 2% above the Ohio statewide median of $18.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 3,540 pharmacy technicians employed in the Columbus metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.74 | $34,820 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.23 | $35,840 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.57 | $38,630 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.00 | $47,840 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.30 | $54,700 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 246th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 266th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.57 median hour buys what $19.45 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Columbus paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$669
- Per year: $33,426
- Per month: $2,786
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
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 Columbus as they open.
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Pharmacy Technician
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · Ohio
$18.37–$23.99/ hour
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Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Full-Time
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$20.00–$26.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohio State University State Health System Columbus, OH | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grant Medical Center Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Carmel East & West Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mount Carmel Behavioral Health Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Vista Health And Wellness Llc Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Sun Behavioral Columbus Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, OH | 30 mi | $18.57/hr | 51,424 |
| Springfield, OH | 43 mi | $16.97/hr | 58,138 |
| Kettering, OH | 65 mi | $19.23/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 66 mi | $19.23/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 80 mi | $18.73/hr | 52,291 |
| Hamilton, OH | 93 mi | $18.73/hr | 63,953 |
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 Columbus, OH?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $18.57 per hour, about $38,630 a year. The middle half earn between $17.23 and $23.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 266th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 246th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Columbus?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, led by Doctors Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Columbus 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 Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 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
- 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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