What are the main factors that influence a Certified Pharmacy Tech's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Certified Pharmacy Tech's salary?

A Certified Pharmacy Tech's salary grows with experience: a Certified Pharmacy Tech (0-1 years)earns $38,988, a Pharmacy Technician II (1-3 years)earns $46,716, a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor (3+ years)earns $67,853,

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Pharmacy Tech?

Certified Pharmacy Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Pharmacy Tech roles are District of Columbia $41,902, California $41,743, Massachusetts $41,187. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Pharmacy Tech roles make?

Salaries for Certified Pharmacy Tech level roles vary by specialization: Pharmacy Tech Instructor: $57,874; Lead Pharmacy Tech: $45,862; Pharmacy Tech: $44,400; Pharmacy Tech III: $44,395; Pharmacy Tech/CERT: $39,273.

Certified Pharmacy Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Pharmacy Tech make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Pharmacy Tech in Delaware is $38,326 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Certified Pharmacy Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,883
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,145 to $42,805
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,249

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Certified Pharmacy Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,805	$3,567	$823	$21
Average	$38,326	$3,194	$737	$18
25th Percentile	$35,145	$2,929	$676	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Pharmacy Tech Salaries

A Certified Pharmacy Tech's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Certified Pharmacy Tech Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Certified Pharmacy Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,902.
California: $41,743.
Massachusetts: $41,187.

District of Columbia $41,902 California $41,743 Massachusetts $41,187 Washington $41,035 New Jersey $41,020 Alaska $40,967 Connecticut $40,445 New York $40,233

Hawaii $39,556 Rhode Island $39,238 Maryland $39,022 Minnesota $38,727 Colorado $38,613 Illinois $38,575 Oregon $38,432 Delaware $38,326

New Hampshire $38,259 Virginia $38,110 Pennsylvania $37,675 Nevada $37,455 North Dakota $37,383 Michigan $37,270 Wisconsin $37,228 Vermont $37,145

Texas $36,914 Maine $36,899 Arizona $36,876 Ohio $36,850 Georgia $36,502 Indiana $36,327 Wyoming $36,293 Utah $36,240

Iowa $36,218 Kansas $36,036 Louisiana $35,983 North Carolina $35,964 Missouri $35,957 Florida $35,809 Montana $35,729 Nebraska $35,654

Kentucky $35,612 South Carolina $35,461 Tennessee $35,366 Idaho $35,328 New Mexico $35,052 Oklahoma $34,991 Alabama $34,768 South Dakota $34,394

Arkansas $34,189 West Virginia $34,079 Mississippi $33,750

Top Paying Cities for Certified Pharmacy Teches

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $38,153
Little Creek: $38,432
Magnolia: $38,377

Lincoln, DE $38,153 Little Creek, DE $38,432 Magnolia, DE $38,377 Milford, DE $38,250 Marydel, DE $38,313 Millsboro, DE $37,993 Millville, DE $38,052 Milton, DE $38,117

Nassau, DE $38,145 Ocean View, DE $38,045 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,118 Seaford, DE $38,140 Selbyville, DE $37,982 Smyrna, DE $38,459 Viola, DE $38,282 Woodside, DE $38,385

Bear, DE $38,296 Newark, DE $38,282 Claymont, DE $38,360 Delaware City, DE $38,320 Hockessin, DE $38,278 Kirkwood, DE $38,313 Middletown, DE $38,328 Montchanin, DE $38,287

New Castle, DE $38,293 Odessa, DE $38,346 Port Penn, DE $38,372 Rockland, DE $38,291 Saint Georges, DE $38,315 Townsend, DE $38,374 Winterthur, DE $38,295 Lewes, DE $38,132

Wilmington, DE $38,280 Dover, DE $38,432 Dover Afb, DE $38,230 Bethany Beach, DE $38,005 Bethel, DE $38,044 Bridgeville, DE $38,134 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,324 Cheswold, DE $38,420

Clayton, DE $38,421 Dagsboro, DE $37,979 Delmar, DE $37,918 Ellendale, DE $38,033 Felton, DE $38,247 Fenwick Island, DE $37,987 Frankford, DE $37,921 Frederica, DE $38,285

Georgetown, DE $37,964 Greenwood, DE $38,140 Harbeson, DE $38,005 Harrington, DE $38,198 Hartly, DE $38,317 Houston, DE $38,144 Kenton, DE $38,423 Laurel, DE $37,942

Yorklyn, DE $38,290

Certified Pharmacy Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Pharmacy Tech roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Certified Pharmacy Tech positions in Retail & Wholesale or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Certified Pharmacy Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Certified Pharmacy Tech

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$57,488	$28.0	50%
Healthcare	$49,823	$24.0	30%
Biotechnology	$45,991	$22.0	20%

Certified Pharmacy Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Pharmacy Tech's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$35,145

Average $38,326/year

$42,805

$2,929

Average $3,194/month

$3,567

$676

Average $737/week

$823

$17

Average $18/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,805	$3,567	$823	$21
Average	$38,326	$3,194	$737	$18
25th Percentile	$35,145	$2,929	$676	$17

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