Pharmacy Technician Salary in Iowa
A pharmacy technician in Iowa earns an estimated $39,800 a year ($19.13 an hour). Most workers fall from $27,100 to $57,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Iowa
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $27,100 | $13.03 |
| Median (estimate) | $39,800 | $19.13 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $57,700 | $27.74 |
| US national median | $43,500 | $20.91 |
The Iowa estimate is 9% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Iowa keeps about $32,647 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,255.65 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Iowa paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make in Iowa?
About $39,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.