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

A Pharm Tech's salary grows with experience: a Pharmacy Technician I (0-1 years)earns $38,790, a Pharm Tech (1-3 years)earns $46,472, a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor (3+ years)earns $67,516,

What are the highest paying states for a Pharm Tech?

Pharm Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pharm Tech roles are District of Columbia $48,566, California $48,381, Massachusetts $47,737. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pharm Tech roles make?

Salaries for Pharm Tech level roles vary by specialization: Professor - Pharm. Sciences: $143,180; Electrophysiology Tech: $115,900; Tech Analyst: $67,411; Radiology Tech: $61,601; travel tech: $57,775.

Pharm Tech Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Pharm Tech make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pharm Tech in Rhode Island is $45,478 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,756
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,707 to $49,811
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,363

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Pharm Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,811	$4,151	$958	$24
Average	$45,478	$3,790	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$40,707	$3,392	$783	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Pharm Tech Salaries

A Pharm 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 Pharm 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 Pharm Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,566.
California: $48,381.
Massachusetts: $47,737.

District of Columbia $48,566 California $48,381 Massachusetts $47,737 Washington $47,561 New Jersey $47,544 Alaska $47,482 Connecticut $46,877 New York $46,631

Hawaii $45,846 Rhode Island $45,478 Maryland $45,228 Minnesota $44,885 Colorado $44,754 Illinois $44,710 Oregon $44,543 Delaware $44,420

New Hampshire $44,343 Virginia $44,170 Pennsylvania $43,666 Nevada $43,412 North Dakota $43,328 Michigan $43,197 Wisconsin $43,148 Vermont $43,052

Texas $42,784 Maine $42,767 Arizona $42,740 Ohio $42,710 Georgia $42,306 Indiana $42,104 Wyoming $42,065 Utah $42,004

Iowa $41,977 Kansas $41,767 Louisiana $41,705 North Carolina $41,683 Missouri $41,675 Florida $41,504 Montana $41,411 Nebraska $41,324

Kentucky $41,275 South Carolina $41,100 Tennessee $40,990 Idaho $40,946 New Mexico $40,626 Oklahoma $40,556 Alabama $40,297 South Dakota $39,863

Arkansas $39,626 West Virginia $39,499 Mississippi $39,117

Top Paying Cities for Pharm 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:

Adamsville: $46,046
Albion: $45,657
Ashaway: $45,959

Adamsville, RI $46,046 Albion, RI $45,657 Ashaway, RI $45,959 Barrington, RI $45,537 Block Island, RI $45,790 Bradford, RI $45,931 Bristol, RI $45,712 Carolina, RI $45,855

Charlestown, RI $45,872 Chepachet, RI $45,781 Clayville, RI $45,653 Coventry, RI $45,655 West Greenwich, RI $45,781 East Greenwich, RI $45,625 Exeter, RI $45,768 Fiskeville, RI $45,536

Forestdale, RI $45,887 Foster, RI $45,757 Glendale, RI $45,890 Greene, RI $45,817 Greenville, RI $45,553 Harmony, RI $45,612 Harrisville, RI $45,871 Hope, RI $45,564

Hope Valley, RI $45,918 Hopkinton, RI $45,979 Jamestown, RI $45,825 Kenyon, RI $45,850 Little Compton, RI $46,039 Manville, RI $45,717 Mapleville, RI $45,789 Newport, RI $45,871

Middletown, RI $45,892 North Kingstown, RI $45,703 North Scituate, RI $45,613 Oakland, RI $45,839 Pascoag, RI $45,901 Pawtucket, RI $45,469 Central Falls, RI $45,489 Cumberland, RI $45,747

Lincoln, RI $45,535 Portsmouth, RI $45,867 Prudence Island, RI $45,772 Rockville, RI $45,972 Saunderstown, RI $45,798 Shannock, RI $45,852 Slatersville, RI $45,887 Slocum, RI $45,796

Tiverton, RI $46,006 Wakefield, RI $45,837 Kingston, RI $45,819 Narragansett, RI $45,850 Peace Dale, RI $45,831 Warren, RI $45,654 Warwick, RI $45,527 Westerly, RI $45,970

West Kingston, RI $45,834 West Warwick, RI $45,583 Wood River Junction, RI $45,899 Woonsocket, RI $45,889 North Smithfield, RI $45,785 Wyoming, RI $45,852 Providence, RI $45,456 Cranston, RI $45,462

North Providence, RI $45,467 East Providence, RI $45,459 Riverside, RI $45,473 Rumford, RI $45,467 Smithfield, RI $45,559 Johnston, RI $45,482

Pharm Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pharm 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 May 01, 2026

$40,707

Average $45,478/year

$49,811

$3,392

Average $3,790/month

$4,151

$783

Average $875/week

$958

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,811	$4,151	$958	$24
Average	$45,478	$3,790	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$40,707	$3,392	$783	$20

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