Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,860 | $45,195 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.57 | $21.73 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $51,093.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Iowa is $44,860, or about $21.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Iowa is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,630 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $44,860, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.