What are the main factors that influence a Pharmaceutical Assistant's salary?

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

How does experience change a Pharmaceutical Assistant's salary?

A Pharmaceutical Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,346 for beginners, reaching about $39,143 at mid-level, and approach $40,500 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pharmaceutical Assistant?

Pharmaceutical Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pharmaceutical Assistant roles are District of Columbia $40,690, California $40,536, Massachusetts $39,995. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pharmaceutical Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Pharmaceutical Assistant level roles vary by specialization: pharmaceutical management: $173,944; Pharmaceutical Attendant: $148,087; pharmaceutical physician: $136,196; Assistant Professor Pharmaceutical and Administrative Scie: $101,714; College Assistant Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences: $94,900.

Pharmaceutical Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pharmaceutical Assistant make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pharmaceutical Assistant in Delaware is $37,217 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,507
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,131 to $41,557
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,320

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Pharmaceutical Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,557	$3,463	$799	$20
Average	$37,217	$3,101	$716	$18
25th Percentile	$34,131	$2,844	$656	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Pharmaceutical Assistant Salaries

A Pharmaceutical Assistant'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 Experience Level Affects Pharmaceutical Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pharmaceutical Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,346
Early Career (1-2 years): $37,774
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,143
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,350
Expert (over 8 years): $40,500

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pharmaceutical Assistant	$37,346
Intermediate Level Pharmaceutical Assistant	$37,774
Senior Level Pharmaceutical Assistant	$39,143
Specialist Level Pharmaceutical Assistant	$40,350
Expert Level Pharmaceutical Assistant	$40,500

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How Do Pharmaceutical Assistant 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 Pharmaceutical Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,690.
California: $40,536.
Massachusetts: $39,995.

District of Columbia $40,690 California $40,536 Massachusetts $39,995 Washington $39,848 New Jersey $39,834 Alaska $39,782 Connecticut $39,275 New York $39,069

Hawaii $38,411 Rhode Island $38,103 Maryland $37,893 Minnesota $37,607 Colorado $37,496 Illinois $37,460 Oregon $37,320 Delaware $37,217

New Hampshire $37,152 Virginia $37,008 Pennsylvania $36,585 Nevada $36,372 North Dakota $36,302 Michigan $36,192 Wisconsin $36,151 Vermont $36,070

Texas $35,846 Maine $35,832 Arizona $35,809 Ohio $35,784 Georgia $35,446 Indiana $35,277 Wyoming $35,244 Utah $35,192

Iowa $35,170 Kansas $34,994 Louisiana $34,942 North Carolina $34,924 Missouri $34,916 Florida $34,773 Montana $34,696 Nebraska $34,622

Kentucky $34,582 South Carolina $34,435 Tennessee $34,343 Idaho $34,306 New Mexico $34,038 Oklahoma $33,979 Alabama $33,763 South Dakota $33,399

Arkansas $33,200 West Virginia $33,094 Mississippi $32,774

Top Paying Cities for Pharmaceutical Assistants

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: $38,518
Little Creek: $38,162
Magnolia: $38,320

Lincoln, DE $38,518 Little Creek, DE $38,162 Magnolia, DE $38,320 Milford, DE $38,518 Marydel, DE $38,018 Millsboro, DE $38,518 Millville, DE $38,775 Milton, DE $38,518

Nassau, DE $38,518 Ocean View, DE $38,775 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,775 Seaford, DE $38,114 Selbyville, DE $38,775 Smyrna, DE $37,974 Viola, DE $38,320 Woodside, DE $38,209

Bear, DE $37,695 Newark, DE $37,709 Claymont, DE $37,739 Delaware City, DE $37,709 Hockessin, DE $37,739 Kirkwood, DE $37,709 Middletown, DE $37,897 Montchanin, DE $37,739

New Castle, DE $37,739 Odessa, DE $37,948 Port Penn, DE $37,607 Rockland, DE $37,739 Saint Georges, DE $37,709 Townsend, DE $37,893 Winterthur, DE $37,739 Lewes, DE $38,518

Wilmington, DE $37,739 Dover, DE $38,143 Dover Afb, DE $38,231 Bethany Beach, DE $38,775 Bethel, DE $38,114 Bridgeville, DE $38,518 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,184 Cheswold, DE $38,055

Clayton, DE $37,959 Dagsboro, DE $38,775 Delmar, DE $38,114 Ellendale, DE $38,518 Felton, DE $38,518 Fenwick Island, DE $38,775 Frankford, DE $38,775 Frederica, DE $38,518

Georgetown, DE $38,518 Greenwood, DE $38,518 Harbeson, DE $38,518 Harrington, DE $38,518 Hartly, DE $37,941 Houston, DE $38,518 Kenton, DE $37,959 Laurel, DE $38,114

Yorklyn, DE $37,739

Pharmaceutical Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pharmaceutical Assistant'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 January 01, 2026

$34,131

Average $37,217/year

$41,557

$2,844

Average $3,101/month

$3,463

$656

Average $716/week

$799

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,557	$3,463	$799	$20
Average	$37,217	$3,101	$716	$18
25th Percentile	$34,131	$2,844	$656	$16

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