What pharmacy technicians earn in Nebraska 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $47,290 | $22.73 | 1,330 |
| Lincoln, NE | $46,140 | $22.18 | 510 |
| South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $40,470 | $19.46 | 460 |
| Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $45,390 | $21.82 | 230 |
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $43,820 | $21.07 | 210 |
| Grand Island, NE | $46,820 | $22.51 | 120 |
| Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $41,130 | $19.78 | 120 |
Pharmacy Technicians in Nebraska earned a median of $46,610 a year ($22.41 an hour) in May 2025, 2% more than the national median of $45,750. The middle half earned $38,860 to $49,270.
Among areas in Nebraska, pay was highest in Omaha, NE-IA at $47,290.
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.