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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Student Pharmacy Technician in Florida is $33,861 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.
However, a Student Pharmacy Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Student Pharmacy Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $36,431 | $3,036 | $701 | $18 |
| Average | $33,861 | $2,822 | $651 | $16 |
| 25th Percentile | $30,799 | $2,567 | $592 | $15 |
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A Student Pharmacy Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Student Pharmacy Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Student Pharmacy Technician | $34,287 |
| Intermediate Level Student Pharmacy Technician | $34,578 |
| Senior Level Student Pharmacy Technician | $35,169 |
| Specialist Level Student Pharmacy Technician | $35,288 |
| Expert Level Student Pharmacy Technician | $35,367 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Student Pharmacy Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Student Pharmacy Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Student Pharmacy Technician positions in Business Services or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Student Pharmacy Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Media | $37,247 | $18.0 | 10% |
| MFG Durable | $35,554 | $17.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Student Pharmacy Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $36,431 | $3,036 | $701 | $18 |
| Average | $33,861 | $2,822 | $651 | $16 |
| 25th Percentile | $30,799 | $2,567 | $592 | $15 |
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