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Pharmacy Technician - II
Norman Regional Health System · Norman, OK
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Norman, OK
Pharmacy Technicians in the Norman area earn a median of $18.58 per hour, about $38,640 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.58 and $21.38. That ranks 244th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 200th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Norman. The free report below lists employers near Norman and what they pay.
- $18.58median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 1,880pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Norman, OK
The metro median is 1% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $18.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,880 pharmacy technicians employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.66 | $34,650 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.58 | $36,570 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.58 | $38,640 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.38 | $44,470 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.55 | $48,980 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Norman ranks
- 244th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 200th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Oklahoma 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Norman
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.58 median hour buys what $20.55 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Norman paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$669
- Per year: $33,444
- Per month: $2,787
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Norman
| 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).
Hospitals in Norman
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Norman, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Regional Norman, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| J D Mccarty Center For Children Norman, OK | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Behavioral Health Center At Porter Health Village Norman, OK | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Griffin Memorial Hospital Norman, OK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore, OK | 9 mi | $18.58/hr | 63,845 |
| Midwest City, OK | 15 mi | $18.58/hr | 58,505 |
| Lawton, OK | 75 mi | $18.86/hr | 90,027 |
| Enid, OK | 86 mi | $17.27/hr | 50,519 |
| Tulsa, OK | 102 mi | $18.43/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 104 mi | $18.43/hr | 122,756 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in Oklahoma · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Norman
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Norman, OK?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $18.58 per hour, about $38,640 a year. The middle half earn between $17.58 and $21.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Norman a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 200th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 244th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Norman?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Norman, led by Norman Regional. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Norman as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Norman?
The federal per diem benchmark in Norman 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.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in Norman?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Norman and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Norman.
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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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