Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salary in the United States

How much does a Pharmacy Tech/CERT make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pharmacy Tech/CERT in the United States is $39,269 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,334
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,197 to $44,538
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,399
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Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,538 $3,711 $856 $21
Average $39,269 $3,272 $755 $19
25th Percentile $36,197 $3,016 $696 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salaries

A Pharmacy Tech/CERT'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pharmacy Tech/CERT'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): $38,354
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $38,794
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,199
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,439
  • Expert (over 8 years): $41,594
Levels Salary
Entry Level Pharmacy Tech/CERT$38,354
Intermediate Level Pharmacy Tech/CERT$38,794
Senior Level Pharmacy Tech/CERT$40,199
Specialist Level Pharmacy Tech/CERT$41,439
Expert Level Pharmacy Tech/CERT$41,594
$38,354 0 yr
$38,794 < 2 yrs
$40,199 2-4 yrs
$41,439 5-8 yrs
$41,594 > 8 yrs
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How Do Pharmacy Tech/CERT 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 Pharmacy Tech/CERTs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,479.
  • California: $43,314.
  • Massachusetts: $42,737.

Top Paying Cities for Pharmacy Tech/CERTs

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:

  • San Jose: $49,530
  • San Francisco: $49,044
  • Oakland: $47,956

What Skills Can Increase a Pharmacy Tech/CERT's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.63% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Regulatory Compliance (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): Monitoring strict adherence of all organizational processes and procedures to applicable laws and regulations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.63%
Billing 2.08%
Regulatory Compliance 1.1%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Pharmacy Tech/CERT's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$48,694
24%
Patient Care
$45,945
17%
Commitment
$45,160
15%
Inventory Management
$44,374
13%
Eye Contact
$43,982
12%
Asset Protection
$43,982
12%
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How Education impacts a Pharmacy Tech/CERT's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Pharmacy Tech/CERTs enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Pharmacy Tech/CERT with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $37,845 and $40,113).

Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Pharmacy Tech/CERT
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 65.6%
Associates 14.3%
Bachelors 16.5%
Masters 1.6%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Pharmacy Tech/CERT Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pharmacy Tech/CERT'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

Salary Trends for Pharmacy Tech/CERT

Salaries for a Pharmacy Tech/CERT can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,578 in 2023 to around $50,959 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Pharmacy Tech/CERT salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Pharmacy Tech/CERT Over Time

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$54,578
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$52,459
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