What pharmacy technicians earn in Kansas and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $45,360 | $21.81 | 3,550 |
| Kansas nonmetropolitan area | $39,440 | $18.96 | 1,190 |
| Wichita, KS | $39,810 | $19.14 | 860 |
| Topeka, KS | $46,590 | $22.40 | 350 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $37,860 | $18.20 | 310 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $36,930 | $17.76 | 240 |
| Lawrence, KS | $39,620 | $19.05 | 180 |
| Manhattan, KS | $39,640 | $19.06 | 150 |
Pharmacy Technicians in Kansas earned a median of $43,310 a year ($20.82 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $45,750. The middle half earned $37,510 to $47,140.
Among areas in Kansas, pay was highest in Topeka, KS at $46,590.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.