Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,380 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.82
10th percentile $34,670
90th percentile $51,080
Employed locally 400
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,670
    25th
    $36,520
    50th (median)
    $45,380
    75th
    $46,610
    90th
    $51,080

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,560
    Nurse Practitioners $117,520
    Pharmacists $132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,160
    Physical Therapists $102,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Maryland is $21.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.24 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Maryland is 4.4% above 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,670 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,520.