Formulations Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Formulations Technician make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Formulations Technician in the United States is $56,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,762
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,865 to $62,255
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,912
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Formulations Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $62,255 $5,188 $1,197 $30
Average $56,206 $4,684 $1,081 $27
25th Percentile $51,865 $4,322 $997 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Formulations Technician Salaries

A Formulations 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Formulations 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 Formulations Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $62,231.
  • California: $61,995.
  • Massachusetts: $61,169.

Top Paying Cities for Formulations 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:

  • San Jose: $70,892
  • San Francisco: $70,116
  • Oakland: $68,638

What Skills Can Increase a Formulations Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 11.66% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 3.03% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
  • Microbiology (Mentioned in 1.99% Job Postings): Microbiology (from Greek μῑκρος, mīkros, "small"; βίος, bios, "life"; and -λογία, -logia) is the study of microorganisms, those being unicellular (single cell), multicellular (cell colony), or acellular (lacking cells). Microbiology encompasses numerous sub-disciplines including virology, parasitology, mycology and bacteriology. Eukaryotic microorganisms possess membrane-bound cell organelles and include fungi and protists, whereas prokaryotic organisms—all of which are microorganisms—are conventionally classified as lacking membrane-bound organelles and include Bacteria and Archaea. Microbiologists traditionally relied on culture, staining, and microscopy. However, less than 1% of the microorganisms present in common environments can be cultured in isolation using current means. Microbiologists often rely on molecular biology tools such as DNA sequence based identification, for example 16s rRNA gene sequence used for bacteria identification.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 11.66%
Quality Control 3.03%
Microbiology 1.99%
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 Formulations Technician's salary.
  • Work Under Pressure: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Forensics: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Work Under Pressure
$69,133
23%
Forensics
$68,571
22%
Accountability
$62,950
12%
Integrity
$61,826
10%
Aseptic Technique
$61,264
9%
Verbal Communication
$61,264
9%
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Formulations Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Formulations Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Formulations Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Formulations Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Formulations Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$78,688$38.040%
Biotechnology$73,067$35.030%
Energy & Utilities$73,067$35.030%
Chemicals$70,257$34.025%
Aerospace & Defense$67,447$32.020%

How Education impacts a Formulations Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Formulations Technicians enter the field with a Associate's Degree 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 Formulations Technician with a Associate's Degree is between $54,353 and $57,905).

Formulations Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Formulations Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 8.8%
High School 8.8%
Associates 18.2%
Bachelors 67.1%
Masters 5.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Formulations Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Formulations 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 September 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Formulations Technician

Salaries for a Formulations Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $48,689 in 2023 to around $48,354 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Formulations Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Formulations Technician Over Time

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$48,689
2024
$48,770
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FAQ about Formulations Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Formulations Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Formulations Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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