Pharmacy technician Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Pharmacy technician Salary
$16.15/hour
The average salary for a Pharmacy technician in Illinois is $16.15 per hour. This is 42% lower than the US average of $22.88.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Pharmacy technician salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$16.15/hour
Illinois
42% lower than the US average.
$22.88/hour
United States
How does the pay for Pharmacy technicians in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Pharmacy technicians the most, averaging $16 per hour, followed by Ohio ($15). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $22. For comparison, the Illinois average for Pharmacy technicians is $16 per hour — Missouri pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $16 | $22 |
| Ohio | $15 | $21 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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