Pharm Technician Salary in Rockford, Illinois

How much does a Pharm Technician make in Rockford, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Pharm Technician in Rockford, IL is $39,630. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $35,778 to $44,245, with most professionals earning between $32,270 and $48,447.

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What is a Pharm Technician?

A Pharm Technician, or Pharmacy Technician, is responsible for assisting pharmacists in dispensing prescription medications to customers or healthcare professionals. They may also be responsible for preparing and packaging medications, maintaining inventory, and processing insurance claims. Additionally, Pharm Technicians may provide customer service, answer phones, and perform administrative tasks within the pharmacy. They must have a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of pharmaceutical terminology and procedures. Pharm Technicians typically work in retail pharmacies, hospitals, or other healthcare facilities.

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What does a Pharm Technician do?

Common responsibilities of a Pharm Technician

Prepare and label medications for distribution.

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Process and fill prescriptions accurately and efficiently.

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Assist in the compounding of medications as needed.

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Maintain and organize inventory of medications and supplies.

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Follow all safety and regulatory guidelines in the handling and dispensing of medications.

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Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy work area.

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Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.

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Assist in the billing and insurance processing for medications.

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Enter and maintain patient information in the pharmacy computer system.

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Provide customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.

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Average Salary Range for Pharm Technician in Rockford, IL

Average Base Salary

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35778

44245

39630

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

36128

44315

39747

What is the average salary for Pharm Technician in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Pharm Technician in Rockford, IL. The base salary for Pharm Technician ranges from $35,778 to $44,245 with the average base salary of $39,630. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,128 to $44,315 with the average total cash compensation of $39,747.

View Average Salary for Pharm Technician as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$39,630	$35,778 - $44,245
Bonus	$117	$351 - $70
Total Pay	$39,747	$36,128 - $44,315

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Pharm Technician Salary Near Rockford, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,735 - $44,193	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Elgin, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,005 - $47,000	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Hoffman Estates, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,297 - $47,360	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Aurora, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,304 - $47,369	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Madison, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,882 - $44,374	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Wheaton, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,992 - $46,984	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL

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About Rockford, Illinois

Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is the county seat of Winnebago County (a small portion of the city is located in Ogle County). The largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area, Rockford is the third-largest city in the state and the 171st most populous in the United States According to 2010 U.S. Census Data, the City of Rockford had a population of 152,871, with an outlying metropolitan area population of 348,360. The City of Rockford's population is 147,051...

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