Pharmacy technician Salary Guide: Mississippi
Average Pharmacy technician Salary
$15.72/hour
The average salary for a Pharmacy technician in Mississippi is $15.72 per hour. This is 46% lower than the US average of $22.88.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Pharmacy technician salaries in Mississippi compared to National Averages
$15.72/hour
Mississippi
46% lower than the US average.
$22.88/hour
United States
What cities in Mississippi pay the most for Pharmacy technicians?
Southaven, Mississippi and Olive Branch, Mississippi pay Pharmacy technicians the most, both averaging $27 per hour. Southaven, Mississippi also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Pharmacy technicians is $16 per hour — Southaven, Mississippi and Olive Branch, Mississippi pay 74% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Southaven, Mississippi | $27 | $100 |
| Olive Branch, Mississippi | $27 | $100 |
How does the pay for Pharmacy technicians in Mississippi compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Pharmacy technicians the most, averaging $20 per hour, followed by Texas ($17) and Tennessee ($17). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $23. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Pharmacy technicians is $16 per hour — Florida pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $20 | $21 |
| Texas | $17 | $23 |
| Tennessee | $17 | $23 |
| Illinois | $16 | $23 |
| Missouri | $16 | $22 |
| Kentucky | $14 | $19 |
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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