Pharmacy Aides Salary in Olympia, WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA

Median annual salary $41,890 +13.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.14
10th percentile $37,190
90th percentile $59,940
Employed locally 50
National median $37,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,190
    25th
    $39,990
    50th (median)
    $41,890
    75th
    $58,660
    90th
    $59,940

    Olympia economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $93,985 2023 • Census ACS
    Pharmacy Aides salary vs area income 45% Median Pharmacy Aides salary is 55% 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
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,030
    Washington $43,320
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $42,850
    Hawaii $41,930
    Youngstown-Warren, OH $40,830
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $39,800

    Related occupations in Olympia, WA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $44,440
    Nursing Assistants $46,900
    Medical Assistants $50,300
    Dental Assistants $47,880
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $39,760
    Massage Therapists $75,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Aides make per hour in Olympia?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Aides in Olympia, WA is $20.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.70 or more per hour.

    Is Olympia above or below average for Pharmacy Aides salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Aides salary in Olympia, WA is 13.2% above 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 Olympia?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Aides (10th percentile) earn around $37,190 per year in Olympia, WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,990.