Pharmacy technician schools in New Mexico
Looking for pharmacy technician schools in New Mexico? There are 5, including 3 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Pharmacy technicians in New Mexico earn a median $46,630 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 5
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in NM
- $46,630
- Cities with schools
- 1
Pharmacy technician schools by city
- Albuquerque (3 within 30 mi)
What pharmacy technicians earn in New Mexico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Pharmacy technician salary in New MexicoHow to become a pharmacy technician
- Median pay
- $46,630
- $22.42 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,470–$58,780
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NM
- 2,550
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +6.4%
- 44,700 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many pharmacy technician schools are in New Mexico?
We list 5 schools in New Mexico with pharmacy technician programs: 3 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Albuquerque, Roswell, and Farmington.
Are there community college pharmacy technician programs in New Mexico?
Yes. 3 public colleges in New Mexico offer pharmacy technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does pharmacy technician school cost in New Mexico?
Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,645 to $49,030. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do pharmacy technicians make in New Mexico?
The median pay for pharmacy technicians in New Mexico is $46,630 a year, and most earn between $37,470 and $58,780, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a pharmacy technician school in New Mexico?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Pharmacy technician schools in other states
- California (66)
- Texas (38)
- Florida (31)
- Puerto Rico (26)
- Louisiana (18)
- Arizona (14)
- Tennessee (13)
- Georgia (12)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- Illinois (10)
- Michigan (10)
- Utah (10)
- Washington (10)
- Colorado (8)
- Minnesota (8)