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

A Pharmaceutical Technician's salary grows with experience: a Pharmaceutical Technician (0-1 years)earns $39,117, a Pharmacy Technician II (1-3 years)earns $46,870, a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor (3+ years)earns $68,077,

What are the highest paying states for a Pharmaceutical Technician?

Pharmaceutical Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pharmaceutical Technician roles are District of Columbia $42,040, California $41,881, Massachusetts $41,323. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pharmaceutical Technician roles make?

Salaries for Pharmaceutical Technician level roles vary by specialization: pharmaceutical management: $174,225; Pharmaceutical Attendant: $148,218; pharmaceutical physician: $136,198; Pharmaceutical Auditor: $75,968; pharmaceutical research: $60,090.

Pharmaceutical Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pharmaceutical Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pharmaceutical Technician in Delaware is $38,452 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,038
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,261 to $42,946
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,356

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Pharmaceutical Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,946	$3,579	$826	$21
Average	$38,452	$3,204	$739	$18
25th Percentile	$35,261	$2,938	$678	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Pharmaceutical Technician Salaries

A Pharmaceutical Technician'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 Pharmaceutical Technician 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 Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,040.
California: $41,881.
Massachusetts: $41,323.

District of Columbia $42,040 California $41,881 Massachusetts $41,323 Washington $41,171 New Jersey $41,155 Alaska $41,102 Connecticut $40,578 New York $40,366

Hawaii $39,686 Rhode Island $39,367 Maryland $39,151 Minnesota $38,854 Colorado $38,741 Illinois $38,703 Oregon $38,558 Delaware $38,452

New Hampshire $38,385 Virginia $38,236 Pennsylvania $37,799 Nevada $37,579 North Dakota $37,507 Michigan $37,393 Wisconsin $37,351 Vermont $37,267

Texas $37,036 Maine $37,021 Arizona $36,998 Ohio $36,971 Georgia $36,622 Indiana $36,447 Wyoming $36,413 Utah $36,360

Iowa $36,337 Kansas $36,155 Louisiana $36,102 North Carolina $36,083 Missouri $36,075 Florida $35,927 Montana $35,847 Nebraska $35,771

Kentucky $35,730 South Carolina $35,578 Tennessee $35,483 Idaho $35,445 New Mexico $35,168 Oklahoma $35,107 Alabama $34,883 South Dakota $34,507

Arkansas $34,302 West Virginia $34,192 Mississippi $33,861

Top Paying Cities for Pharmaceutical Technicians

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: $38,279
Little Creek: $38,559
Magnolia: $38,504

Lincoln, DE $38,279 Little Creek, DE $38,559 Magnolia, DE $38,504 Milford, DE $38,376 Marydel, DE $38,439 Millsboro, DE $38,118 Millville, DE $38,177 Milton, DE $38,243

Nassau, DE $38,271 Ocean View, DE $38,171 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,244 Seaford, DE $38,266 Selbyville, DE $38,107 Smyrna, DE $38,586 Viola, DE $38,408 Woodside, DE $38,511

Bear, DE $38,422 Newark, DE $38,408 Claymont, DE $38,487 Delaware City, DE $38,446 Hockessin, DE $38,405 Kirkwood, DE $38,439 Middletown, DE $38,454 Montchanin, DE $38,413

New Castle, DE $38,419 Odessa, DE $38,473 Port Penn, DE $38,499 Rockland, DE $38,417 Saint Georges, DE $38,442 Townsend, DE $38,501 Winterthur, DE $38,422 Lewes, DE $38,258

Wilmington, DE $38,406 Dover, DE $38,559 Dover Afb, DE $38,356 Bethany Beach, DE $38,130 Bethel, DE $38,170 Bridgeville, DE $38,260 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,450 Cheswold, DE $38,547

Clayton, DE $38,548 Dagsboro, DE $38,104 Delmar, DE $38,043 Ellendale, DE $38,158 Felton, DE $38,373 Fenwick Island, DE $38,112 Frankford, DE $38,046 Frederica, DE $38,411

Georgetown, DE $38,089 Greenwood, DE $38,266 Harbeson, DE $38,130 Harrington, DE $38,324 Hartly, DE $38,444 Houston, DE $38,270 Kenton, DE $38,550 Laurel, DE $38,067

Yorklyn, DE $38,416

Pharmaceutical Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pharmaceutical Technician 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, Pharmaceutical Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pharmaceutical Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pharmaceutical Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$57,678	$28.0	50%
Healthcare	$49,988	$24.0	30%
Biotechnology	$46,142	$22.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Pharmaceutical Technician'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

$35,261

Average $38,452/year

$42,946

$2,938

Average $3,204/month

$3,579

$678

Average $739/week

$826

$17

Average $18/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,946	$3,579	$826	$21
Average	$38,452	$3,204	$739	$18
25th Percentile	$35,261	$2,938	$678	$17

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