How Much Does a Pharmacy Tech Make in Texas in 2026?

A typical Pharmacy Tech in Texas earns about $22.07 per hour ($45,900 per year), per the latest government wage data (May 2025). That breaks down to roughly $3,825 a month and $883 a week, both calculated from the annual figure. Pay varies by city and employer, but this figure represents the middle of the range across the state. It reflects wages for pharmacy technicians working in retail, hospital, and clinical settings alike.

Texas pay runs almost even with the national figure of $45,750, sitting less than one percent above it and effectively matching the country as a whole. That places Texas 26th among 51 states ranked by Pharmacy Tech pay, a middle-of-the-pack position rather than a standout in either direction. Roughly 41,740 Pharmacy Techs work across Texas, making it one of the larger workforces in the profession nationally. For comparison, the national workforce totals 471,680.

Entry-level positions in Texas typically offer around $17.27 an hour, or about $35,920 a year, according to May 2025 data. That figure reflects pharmacy technicians who are new to the field or working part-time hours. Pay tends to move toward the typical $22.07-an-hour rate within a few years of experience. Technicians who earn certifications or take on additional responsibilities often see faster increases.

Experienced Pharmacy Techs in Texas often earn upwards of $23.54 an hour, or close to $48,960 a year. The top 10% of earners make over $59,260 a year, well above the entry-level figure. That gap amounts to a $23,340 spread between entry-level and top pay. Setting, years of experience, and city all play a role in where an individual technician falls within that range.

Texas Pharmacy Tech pay rose from $32,480 in 2015 to $45,900 in 2025, a gain of $13,420 over the decade. That amounts to a 41% increase in typical pay over ten years. The climb was fairly steady year over year, with the sharpest jumps between 2022 and 2024 as pay moved from $38,360 to $43,920. By 2025, pay had settled at its current level.

Nationally, Pharmacy Tech pay rose 50% over the same decade, a faster pace than Texas saw. That means Texas pay has grown, but it has not kept up with the national pace of increase. For someone starting in the field now, pay has moved up substantially over the past ten years, though no specific future increase is guaranteed.

Killeen and Temple pay Pharmacy Techs the most in Texas, with typical pay of $47,400 a year ($22.79 an hour), about 3% above the statewide figure. Eagle Pass and San Antonio follow closely, both paying just over $47,000 a year. These figures cover each city's full metro area, not just the city center. Pay across Texas's higher-paying metros clusters within a narrow band above the state figure.

Texarkana pays the least among Texas metros, with typical pay of $38,190 a year ($18.36 an hour). That's a $9,210 spread between the highest- and lowest-paying cities in the state. Fort Worth has the largest Pharmacy Tech workforce in Texas, about 12,000 workers, earning a typical $46,260 a year ($22.24 an hour). Lower pay in cities like Texarkana and the Rio Grande Valley usually tracks lower living costs.

Texas pay compares closely with its neighbors. New Mexico pays slightly more, at $46,630 a year, about 2% above Texas. Louisiana pays a bit less, at $44,410 a year (3% below), while Oklahoma and Arkansas trail further behind, at $40,500 (12% below) and $38,680 (16% below). Pharmacy Tech licensure in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, widening job options near the border.

Pharmacy Techs in Texas typically earn $45,900 a year ($22.07 an hour), a figure that has risen 41% over the past decade. Pay varies by city and experience, from entry-level positions near $35,920 to top earners above $59,260. Readers considering the field can check the Texas State Board of Pharmacy for registration and certification requirements, and review city-specific pages for local pay figures before choosing where to work.