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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · North Charleston, SC
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in North Charleston, SC
The median pharmacy technician pay in the North Charleston area is $21.18 per hour ($44,040 a year), with the typical range running from $17.83 to $23.51. That ranks 111th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 160th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the North Charleston metro area. The free report below lists employers near North Charleston and what they pay.
- $21.18median pay per hour, Charleston
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 1,410pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in North Charleston. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Pharmacy Technician pay in North Charleston, SC
The metro median is 13% above the South Carolina statewide median of $18.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,410 pharmacy technicians employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.37 | $36,130 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.83 | $37,090 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.18 | $44,040 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.51 | $48,900 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.13 | $56,430 | 30% above U.S. median |
How North Charleston ranks
- 111th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 160th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 South Carolina 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 North Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.18 median hour buys what $20.98 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 North Charleston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$762
- Per year: $38,124
- Per month: $3,177
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in North Charleston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $246 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,366 |
| 13-week assignment | $30,758 |
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 the Charleston-North Charleston area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Pleasant Hospital Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc Summerville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek, SC | 6 mi | $21.18/hr | 50,352 |
| Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $21.18/hr | 157,665 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $18.21/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 91 mi | $18.75/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 120 mi | $18.75/hr | 201,737 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 150 mi | $20.56/hr | 75,798 |
Pharmacy Technician jobs in South Carolina · Pharmacy Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in North Charleston, SC?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $21.18 per hour, about $44,040 a year. The middle half earn between $17.83 and $23.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is North Charleston a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 160th of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 111th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in North Charleston?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, led by Charleston Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in North Charleston as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 North Charleston?
The federal per diem benchmark in North Charleston is $246 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,366 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacy technicians in North Charleston?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in North Charleston and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near North Charleston.
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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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