Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,930 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.72
10th percentile $30,440
90th percentile $48,650
Employed locally 470
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,440
    25th
    $36,610
    50th (median)
    $38,930
    75th
    $46,120
    90th
    $48,650

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $65,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northern Michigan is $18.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.07 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northern Michigan is 10.4% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,440 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,610.