Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,840 -17.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.23
10th percentile $31,260
90th percentile $47,170
Employed locally 500
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,260
    25th
    $34,790
    50th (median)
    $35,840
    75th
    $38,930
    90th
    $47,170

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$56,760
    Pharmacists$139,020
    Physical Therapists$98,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,460
    Psychiatric Technicians$39,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $17.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.64 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 17.5% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,260 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,790.