Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $46,740 +7.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.47
10th percentile $35,500
90th percentile $63,890
Employed locally 90
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,500
    25th
    $38,320
    50th (median)
    $46,740
    75th
    $57,530
    90th
    $63,890

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $97,370
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $82,190
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $46,020
    Occupational Therapists $99,930
    Nurse Practitioners $137,690
    Speech-Language Pathologists $108,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Massachusetts is $22.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.19 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Massachusetts is 7.5% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,500 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,320.