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Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Illinois
Ranked #24 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of pharmacy technicianss in Illinois earn between $36,550 and $58,260. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean pharmacy technicians salary in Illinois is $45,930, about 1.5% below the U.S. average ($46,620). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $46,820 | $47,020 | 15,830 |
| Peoria, IL | $46,110 | $44,530 | 590 |
| Rockford, IL | $45,170 | $44,570 | 560 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $44,750 | $43,940 | 470 |
| Bloomington, IL | $42,990 | $42,670 | 270 |
| Springfield, IL | $42,160 | $42,750 | 570 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $41,730 | $42,520 | 530 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $41,440 | $44,310 | 640 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Illinois?
The median pharmacy technicians salary in Illinois is $46,650 per year (mean $45,930), and about 80% earn between $36,550 and $58,260.
How much do pharmacy technicians make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $45,930 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for pharmacy technicians?
Illinois ranks #24 of 51 states for pharmacy technicians pay. Its mean salary of $45,930 is about 1.5% below the U.S. average of $46,620.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay pharmacy technicians the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for pharmacy technicians are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($46,820), Peoria, IL ($46,110), Rockford, IL ($45,170), by median annual wage.