Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,290 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.41
10th percentile $34,530
90th percentile $50,350
Employed locally 460
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,530
    25th
    $35,510
    50th (median)
    $38,290
    75th
    $46,100
    90th
    $50,350

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $82,800
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,420
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,250
    Physical Therapists $87,880
    Pharmacists $132,280
    Dental Hygienists $75,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southwest New York is $18.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.80 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southwest New York is 11.9% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,530 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,510.