Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,050 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.81
10th percentile $32,900
90th percentile $47,290
Employed locally 700
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,900
    25th
    $34,360
    50th (median)
    $37,050
    75th
    $43,700
    90th
    $47,290

    Top-paying metros for Pharmacy Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $81,310
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,740
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $61,990
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $61,290
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $59,960
    Washington $56,140

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Central Pennsylvania is $17.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.26 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Central Pennsylvania is 14.7% below the national median of $43,460. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Pharmacy Technicians in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,900 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,360.