Pharmacy Technicians Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,560 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.58
10th percentile $22,890
90th percentile $44,350
Employed locally 970
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,890
    25th
    $29,930
    50th (median)
    $36,560
    75th
    $37,510
    90th
    $44,350

    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 East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,390
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,400
    Pharmacists $127,960
    Nurse Practitioners $102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,840
    Emergency Medical Technicians $29,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in East Kentucky is $17.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.94 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in East Kentucky is 15.9% 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,890 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,930.