Pharmacy Aides Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $36,410 -1.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.51
10th percentile $33,310
90th percentile $58,660
Employed locally 40
National median $37,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,310
    25th
    $35,330
    50th (median)
    $36,410
    75th
    $50,320
    90th
    $58,660

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    Pharmacy Aides salary vs area income 53% Median Pharmacy Aides salary is 47% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Pharmacy Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $73,870
    Vallejo, CA $67,860
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $67,050
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $63,900
    District of Columbia $55,590
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $52,120

    Nearby metros — Pharmacy Aides salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $73,870
    Vallejo, CA $67,860
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $67,050
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $63,900
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $52,120
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $50,940

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,410
    Nursing Assistants $44,010
    Medical Assistants $46,000
    Dental Assistants $48,090
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,150
    Medical Equipment Preparers $51,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Aides make per hour in Chico?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Aides in Chico, CA is $17.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.04 or more per hour.

    Is Chico above or below average for Pharmacy Aides salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Aides salary in Chico, CA is 1.6% below the national median of $37,000. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Pharmacy Aides in Chico?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Aides (10th percentile) earn around $33,310 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,330.