How much does a pharmacy technician make in Missouri?
$40,100a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in Missouri. That is $19.28 an hour or $3,342 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.28
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,830Median: $40,100Highest 10%: $54,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,830 | $16.26 | |
| 25th | $36,270 | $17.44 | |
| Median | $40,100 | $19.28 | |
| 75th | $47,100 | $22.64 | |
| 90th | $54,600 | $26.25 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $45,360 |
| St. Louis, MO | $45,220 |
| Springfield, MO | $39,490 |
| Joplin, MO | $37,860 |
| Columbia, MO | $37,750 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $36,930 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $36,410 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $35,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacy technicians.
| 41. Georgia | $41,910 |
| 42. Ohio | $40,650 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $40,500 |
| 44. Missouri | $40,100 |
| 45. Pennsylvania | $40,040 |
| 46. New Jersey | $39,610 |
| 47. Kentucky | $39,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $19.28 ($40,100 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $40,100 against $45,750 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Missouri rank for pharmacy technician pay?
Missouri ranks 44 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays pharmacy technicians the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $45,360 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.