Pharmacy Technician Salary in Utah: $50,642 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median pharmacy technician pay sits at $50,642/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2052. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $51,623 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Murray ($49,457), Salt Lake City ($49,250), West Jordan ($47,621).
In Utah, the average median salary for pharmacy technicians in 2026 is projected to be $50,642, which is 5.0% higher than the national median of $48,239. The salary ranges significantly across the state, with Murray offering the highest average at $52,147, while Clinton has the lowest at $45,699. This $6,448 difference can be attributed to factors such as cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and local employment conditions. Utah's regulatory landscape includes specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that govern the responsibilities of pharmacy technicians. The demand for these professionals is driven by an aging population, increased healthcare access, and ongoing expansions in pharmacy services. With a total of 4,944 pharmacy technicians employed statewide, the job market appears promising, with a projected growth rate of 5.44% annually. Key cities like Salt Lake City ($51,929), West Jordan ($50,212), West Valley City ($50,131), and Sandy ($50,031) also reflect competitive salaries. As the healthcare sector continues to evolve, the outlook for pharmacy technicians in Utah remains strong, providing ample opportunities for career advancement and stability.
Utah Pharmacy Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $36,890 (lowest entry-level) to $71,407 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah pharmacy technicians earn 4.98% more than the national median (+$2,403/year difference).
Utah Pharmacy Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Pharmacy Technician salaries in Utah range from $39,705 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $65,984 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $50,642. The Utah median is $2,403 above the US national median of $48,239. The average hourly rate is $24.35/hr. Approximately 4,944 pharmacy technicians are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$36,987
2025 BLS Actual
$48,029
2026 Current Est.
$50,642
2019–2027 Growth
+44.4%
Salary Trajectory for Pharmacy Technicians in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.44% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $36,987 | Actual |
| 2020 | $38,453 | Actual |
| 2021 | $37,777 | Actual |
| 2022 | $41,828 | Actual |
| 2023 | $45,806 | Actual |
| 2024 | $46,494 | Actual |
| 2025 | $48,029 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $50,642 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $53,397 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median pharmacy technician salary grew 29.9% from $36,987 (2019) to $48,029 (2025). At a 5.44% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $53,397 by 2027 — a total increase of $16,410 (44.37%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.44% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinton | $45,699 |
| North Ogden | $45,925 |
| Park City | $46,055 |
| Payson | $46,412 |
| Highland | $46,509 |
Best Value Cities for Pharmacy Technicians in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for pharmacy technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | $52,147 | 98.1 | $53,157 |
| Salt Lake City | $51,929 | 100.868 | $51,482 |
| Logan | $49,219 | 95.927 | $51,309 |
| West Jordan | $50,212 | 98.1 | $51,185 |
| West Valley City | $50,131 | 98.1 | $51,102 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $39,705 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $50,642 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $65,984 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray | $52,147 |
| 2 | Salt Lake City | $51,929 |
| 3 | West Jordan | $50,212 |
| 4 | West Valley City | $50,131 |
| 5 | Sandy | $50,031 |
| 6 | Ogden | $49,957 |
| 7 | South Jordan | $49,746 |
| 8 | St. George | $49,420 |
| 9 | Draper | $49,291 |
| 10 | Logan | $49,219 |
| 11 | Layton | $49,131 |
| 12 | Holladay | $48,940 |
| 13 | Spanish Fork | $48,933 |
| 14 | Provo | $48,903 |
| 15 | American Fork | $48,829 |
| 16 | Saratoga Springs | $48,775 |
| 17 | Cedar City | $48,760 |
| 18 | Cottonwood Heights | $48,595 |
| 19 | Midvale | $48,595 |
| 20 | Roy | $48,575 |
| 21 | Tooele | $48,541 |
| 22 | Herriman | $48,525 |
| 23 | Orem | $48,389 |
| 24 | Taylorsville | $48,168 |
| 25 | Kaysville | $48,096 |
| 26 | Syracuse | $48,024 |
| 27 | Washington | $48,008 |
| 28 | Lehi | $47,931 |
| 29 | Millcreek | $47,738 |
| 30 | Bountiful | $47,429 |
| 31 | Clearfield | $47,207 |
| 32 | Pleasant Grove | $47,176 |
| 33 | Springville | $46,885 |
| 34 | Eagle Mountain | $46,865 |
| 35 | Riverton | $46,815 |
| 36 | Vineyard | $46,738 |
| 37 | Highland | $46,509 |
| 38 | Payson | $46,412 |
| 39 | Park City | $46,055 |
| 40 | North Ogden | $45,925 |
| 41 | Clinton | $45,699 |
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Written by Emily Tran, PharmD
Career Analyst
Emily Tran has over 8 years of experience as a pharmacy technician. She specializes in medication therapy management. Her experience includes working in community pharmacies.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.44% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 pharmacy technician compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more pharmacy technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.44%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for pharmacy technicians (SOC 29-2052).
Compiled and verified by Emily Tran, PharmD, a licensed pharmacy technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov