Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,260 -14.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.91
10th percentile $33,350
90th percentile $49,900
Employed locally 170
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,350
    25th
    $35,610
    50th (median)
    $37,260
    75th
    $48,780
    90th
    $49,900

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,030
    Pharmacists $131,360
    Paramedics $45,700
    Physical Therapists $99,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northeast Virginia is $17.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northeast Virginia is 14.3% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,350 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,610.