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Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health · Lynchburg, VA
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Lynchburg, VA
Pay for pharmacy technicians in the Lynchburg area centers on $18.99 per hour, or about $39,490 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.34 and the upper quarter over $22.50. That ranks 203rd of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 141st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lynchburg.
- $18.99median pay per hour, Lynchburg
- $17–$22typical range per hour
- 300pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician-LGH-Full time, Days-Evenings
Centra Health · Lynchburg, VA
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Lynchburg, VA
The metro median is 7% below the Virginia statewide median of $20.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 300 pharmacy technicians employed in the Lynchburg metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.52 | $34,360 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.34 | $36,070 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.99 | $39,490 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.50 | $46,800 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.85 | $47,530 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Lynchburg ranks
- 203rd of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 141st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Virginia 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 Lynchburg run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 63.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.99 median hour buys what $21.25 buys at the national price level, 2% above 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 Lynchburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$684
- Per year: $34,182
- Per month: $2,848
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lynchburg metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lynchburg
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $114 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,274 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,562 |
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 Virginia
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Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
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Hospitals in Lynchburg
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital Lynchburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke, VA | 43 mi | $19.13/hr | 97,912 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 74 mi | $19.59/hr | 51,164 |
| Burlington, NC | 93 mi | $17.62/hr | 61,365 |
| Richmond, VA | 95 mi | $19.91/hr | 233,655 |
| Greensboro, NC | 97 mi | $18.62/hr | 307,381 |
| Durham, NC | 100 mi | $21.95/hr | 301,870 |
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License and tax basics in Virginia
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Lynchburg, VA?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Lynchburg metro area have a median pay of $18.99 per hour, about $39,490 a year. The middle half earn between $17.34 and $22.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lynchburg a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Lynchburg ranks 141st of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 203rd of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Lynchburg?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lynchburg, led by Centra Health - Lynchburg Gen Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Lynchburg as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Lynchburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lynchburg is $114 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,274 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharm Tech pay reportLynchburg, VA · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 14 postings$29.93/ hr$21–$36
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 3 postings$25.93/ hr$22–$30
- VCU Health SystemChesterfield, VA · 4 postings$24.76/ hr$21–$29
- BrightSpring Health ServicesCHRISTIANSBURG, VA · 5 postings$23.00/ hr$17–$31
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2What they are offering now
Low$21Median$26.93High$36
31 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in Virginia, 29 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 31 Pharm Tech roles
- Pharmacy Technician - SpecialtyPermanent$23.50–$36.36/ hour
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