Pharmacy technician salary in St. Louis, MO
How much does a Pharmacy Technician make in St. Louis, MO?
Average base salary
The average salary for a pharmacy technician is $16.57 per hour in St. Louis, MO. 114 salaries reported, updated at March 16, 2023
Salaries by years of experience in St. Louis, MO
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | |
| 1 to 2 years | |
| 3 to 5 years | |
| 6 to 9 years | |
| More than 10 years |
Top companies for Pharmacy Technicians in St. Louis, MO
Highest paying cities for Pharmacy Technicians near St. Louis, MO
Where can a Pharmacy Technician earn more?
Compare salaries for Pharmacy Technicians in different locations
Best-paid skills and qualifications for Pharmacy Technicians
LPN
(earn +67.50% more)
The jobs requiring this license have increase by 212.20% since 2018. Pharmacy Technicians with this license earn +67.50% more than the average base salary, which is $16.57 per hour.
| Year | Number of job openings on Indeed requiring this license | Change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 93 | increase by 93 |
| 2013 | 281 | increase by 202.15% |
| 2014 | 510 | increase by 81.49% |
| 2015 | 151 | decrease by 70.39% |
| 2016 | 74 | decrease by 50.99% |
| 2017 | 84 | increase by 13.51% |
| 2018 | 123 | increase by 46.43% |
| 2019 | 384 | increase by 212.20% |
Top companies hiring Pharmacy Technicians on Indeed
More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
| Top Specialties | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 jobs | 32 | ||
| 6 jobs | 7 | ||
| 3 jobs | 4 | ||
| 14 jobs | 46 | ||
| 75 jobs | 151 |
Most common benefits for Pharmacy Technicians
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Salary satisfaction
Based on 1,584 ratings34% of Pharmacy Technicians in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
How much do similar professions get paid in St. Louis, MO?
Pharmacy Clerk
3 job openingsAverage $16.41 per hour
Certified Pharmacy Technician
133 job openingsAverage $18.16 per hour
Pharmacy Specialist
20 job openingsAverage $38,628 per year
Pharmacy Manager
22 job openingsAverage $115,526 per year
Pharmacy Dispenser
Job openingsAverage $20.24 per hour
Common questions about salaries for a Pharmacy Technician
How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a pharmacy technician?
If you’re unsure about what salary is appropriate for a pharmacy technician, visit Indeed's Salary Calculator to get a free, personalized pay range based on your location, industry, and experience.
Do pharmacy technicians get paid overtime?
Most pharmacy technicians are non-exempt employees and are therefore eligible to receive overtime pay for the hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Overtime must be paid for all hours worked over 40 in one work week.
How can pharmacy technicians make more money?
Some ways in which pharmacy technicians can make more money include continued education to gain certification, working extra hours for overtime pay and working for a new employer.
