Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,410 | $45,195 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.35 | $21.73 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,351.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Louisiana is $44,410, or about $21.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Louisiana is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,700 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $44,410, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.