Pharmacy Technicians Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $49,200 +13.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.65
10th percentile $39,030
90th percentile $64,240
Employed locally 410
National median $43,460

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,030
    25th
    $47,520
    50th (median)
    $49,200
    75th
    $56,630
    90th
    $64,240

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $103,400
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $79,820
    Paramedics $85,590
    Physicians, All Other $315,660
    Pharmacists $155,330
    Emergency Medical Technicians $48,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacy Technicians make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacy Technicians in Western Washington is $23.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.03 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Pharmacy Technicians salaries?

    The median Pharmacy Technicians salary in Western Washington is 13.2% above 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Pharmacy Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,030 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,520.