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Pharmacy Technician / Fill Tech
BrightSpring Health Services · Oklahoma City, OK
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Pharmacy Technicians in the Oklahoma City 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 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Oklahoma City.
- $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)
More open Pharmacy Technician roles in Oklahoma City
5 more open roles from employers in Oklahoma City. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient
Integris Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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Pharmacy Technician
SSM Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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Pharmacy Technician - Retail
Integris Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City 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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- 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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).
Hospitals in Oklahoma City
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, 5 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Baptist Medical Center, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Southwest Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| O U Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma City Va Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Community Hospital - Council Crossing Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest City, OK | 8 mi | $18.58/hr | 58,505 |
| Moore, OK | 10 mi | $18.58/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 68 mi | $17.27/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 78 mi | $18.86/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 101 mi | $18.43/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 105 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 Oklahoma City
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City?
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, led by Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Oklahoma City is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in Oklahoma City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Oklahoma City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Oklahoma City.
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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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