Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Northwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $37,360 -14% vs national
Median hourly $17.96
10th percentile $32,030
90th percentile $48,170
Employed locally 210
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,030
    25th
    $36,200
    50th (median)
    $37,360
    75th
    $46,550
    90th
    $48,170

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,440
    Emergency Medical Technicians $46,500
    Physicians, All Other $215,480
    Pharmacists $132,380
    Physical Therapists $101,470

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Northwest Virginia is $17.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.59 or more per hour.

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

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Northwest Virginia is 14% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,030 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,200.