Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,750 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.15
10th percentile $31,160
90th percentile $47,150
Employed locally 990
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,160
    25th
    $36,120
    50th (median)
    $37,750
    75th
    $44,330
    90th
    $47,150

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,230
    Pharmacists $132,510
    Paramedics $47,170
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $49,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Eastern North Carolina is $18.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.49 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Eastern North Carolina is 13.1% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,160 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,120.