How much does a pharmacy technician make in Peoria?
$46,110a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $22.17 an hour or $3,843 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.17
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 127 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,600Median: $46,110Highest 10%: $56,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,600 | $17.12 | |
| 25th | $36,420 | $17.51 | |
| Median | $46,110 | $22.17 | |
| 75th | $49,090 | $23.60 | |
| 90th | $56,840 | $27.33 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians.
| Chicago, IL | $46,820 |
| St. Louis, MO | $45,220 |
| Rockford, IL | $45,170 |
| Davenport, IA | $45,080 |
| Bloomington, IL | $42,990 |
| Springfield, IL | $42,160 |
| Decatur, IL | $40,560 |
| Kankakee, IL | $39,190 |
| Champaign, IL | $37,970 |
| Paducah, KY | $37,750 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $35,910 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nurse Anesthetist | $310,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $241,900 |
| Physician | $224,700 |
| Dentist | $168,800 |
| Optometrist | $166,600 |
| Pharmacist | $139,900 |
| Veterinarian | $135,900 |
| Physician Assistant | $133,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,900 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $22.17 ($46,110 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $46,110 against $45,750 nationally, 1% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $46,650, so Peoria pays 1% less.
Where does Peoria rank for pharmacy technician pay?
127 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacy technician make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,840 or more.
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.