What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change An Entry Level Pharmacy Technician's salary?

An Entry Level Pharmacy Technician's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Pharmacy Technician (0-1 years)earns $42,250, a Pharmacy Technician II (1-3 years)earns $50,613, a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor (3+ years)earns $73,543,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician?

Entry Level Pharmacy Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Pharmacy Technician roles are District of Columbia $42,011, California $41,852, Massachusetts $41,294. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Pharmacy Technician roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Pharmacy Technician level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Field Technician: $73,877; entry level gis technician: $69,942; Entry Level Technician: $55,414; Entry Level Diesel Technician: $53,880; Entry Level Service Technician: $50,318.

Entry Level Pharmacy Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician in District of Columbia is $42,011 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Entry Level Pharmacy Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,833
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,567 to $47,152
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,431

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Entry Level Pharmacy Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,152	$3,929	$907	$23
Average	$42,011	$3,501	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$38,567	$3,214	$742	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Pharmacy Technician Salaries

An Entry Level Pharmacy 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 Entry Level Pharmacy 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 Entry Level Pharmacy Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,011.
California: $41,852.
Massachusetts: $41,294.

District of Columbia $42,011 California $41,852 Massachusetts $41,294 Washington $41,142 New Jersey $41,127 Alaska $41,074 Connecticut $40,550 New York $40,338

Hawaii $39,659 Rhode Island $39,340 Maryland $39,124 Minnesota $38,828 Colorado $38,714 Illinois $38,676 Oregon $38,532 Delaware $38,425

New Hampshire $38,359 Virginia $38,209 Pennsylvania $37,773 Nevada $37,553 North Dakota $37,481 Michigan $37,367 Wisconsin $37,325 Vermont $37,242

Texas $37,010 Maine $36,995 Arizona $36,972 Ohio $36,946 Georgia $36,597 Indiana $36,422 Wyoming $36,388 Utah $36,335

Iowa $36,312 Kansas $36,130 Louisiana $36,077 North Carolina $36,058 Missouri $36,050 Florida $35,902 Montana $35,823 Nebraska $35,747

Kentucky $35,705 South Carolina $35,553 Tennessee $35,458 Idaho $35,420 New Mexico $35,143 Oklahoma $35,083 Alabama $34,859 South Dakota $34,483

Arkansas $34,278 West Virginia $34,168 Mississippi $33,838

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Pharmacy 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:

Parcel Return Service: $42,011
Washington: $42,011
Naval Anacost Annex: $42,011

Parcel Return Service, DC $42,011 Washington, DC $42,011 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $42,011 Washington Navy Yard, DC $42,011

Entry Level Pharmacy Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Pharmacy 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 April 01, 2026

$38,567

Average $42,011/year

$47,152

$3,214

Average $3,501/month

$3,929

$742

Average $808/week

$907

$19

Average $20/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,152	$3,929	$907	$23
Average	$42,011	$3,501	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$38,567	$3,214	$742	$19

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