Average Pharmacy technician Salary

$48.85/hour

The average salary for a Pharmacy technician in Highlands Ranch, CO is $48.85 per hour. This is 63% higher than the Colorado average of $18.27.

Last updated on November 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pharmacy technician salaries in Highlands Ranch, CO compared to State and National Averages

$48.85/hour

Highlands Ranch, CO

6% lower than the US average.

$18.27/hour

Colorado

183% lower than the US average.

$51.62/hour

United States

How Pharmacy technician Salaries in Highlands Ranch Compare to Other Cities

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Aurora, Colorado

$56/hour

This is 13% higher than the Highlands Ranch average of $48.85.

What cities in Colorado pay the most for Pharmacy technicians?

Aurora, Colorado pays Pharmacy technicians the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Highlands Ranch, Colorado ($49) and Denver, Colorado ($45). Aurora, Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $84. For comparison, the Highlands Ranch, CO average for Allied Health Professionals is $49 per hour — Aurora, Colorado pays 15% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Aurora, Colorado$56$84
Highlands Ranch, Colorado$49$61
Denver, Colorado$45$57
What are the highest paying Agencies for Pharmacy technician jobs in Highlands Ranch?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Pharmacy technicians, averaging $25 per hour. For comparison, the Highlands Ranch, CO average for Allied Health Professionals is $49 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 48% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$25$25

Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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