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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Pawtucket, RI
The median pharmacy technician pay in the Pawtucket area is $18.24 per hour ($37,940 a year), with the typical range running from $17.91 to $23.08. That ranks 286th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 338th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the Pawtucket metro area. The free report below lists employers near Pawtucket and what they pay.
- $18.24median pay per hour, Providence
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 2,520pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacy Technician pay in Pawtucket, RI
The metro median is 1% above the Rhode Island statewide median of $18.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 2,520 pharmacy technicians employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.44 | $36,280 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.91 | $37,250 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.24 | $37,940 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.08 | $48,010 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.86 | $53,790 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Pawtucket ranks
- 286th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 338th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Pawtucket
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.24 median hour buys what $17.92 buys at the national price level, 14% 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$657
- Per year: $32,832
- Per month: $2,736
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Pawtucket
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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).
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Hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 4 mi | $18.24/hr | 194,706 |
| Cranston, RI | 9 mi | $18.24/hr | 84,448 |
| Brockton, MA | 23 mi | $21.82/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 30 mi | $21.82/hr | 73,361 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 32 mi | $21.82/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 33 mi | $21.82/hr | 103,434 |
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License and tax basics in Rhode Island
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Pawtucket, RI?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $18.24 per hour, about $37,940 a year. The middle half earn between $17.91 and $23.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pawtucket a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 338th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 286th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Pawtucket?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, led by Providence Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Pawtucket as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Pawtucket?
The federal per diem benchmark in Pawtucket is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- 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
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