Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,670 -15.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.63
10th percentile $29,130
90th percentile $46,900
Employed locally 310
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,130
    25th
    $35,050
    50th (median)
    $36,670
    75th
    $42,540
    90th
    $46,900

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $62,080
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,770
    Pharmacists $128,530
    Nurse Practitioners $108,830
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $48,960
    Emergency Medical Technicians $32,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northwest Alabama is $17.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.67 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northwest Alabama is 15.6% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,130 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,050.