Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,950 -12.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.24
10th percentile $31,530
90th percentile $48,210
Employed locally 880
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,530
    25th
    $36,240
    50th (median)
    $37,950
    75th
    $44,640
    90th
    $48,210

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,380
    Paramedics $46,280
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,160
    Pharmacists $131,130
    Physicians, All Other $371,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Western North Carolina is $18.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.10 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Western North Carolina is 12.7% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,530 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,240.