What are the main factors that influence a Medication Tech's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Medication Tech?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medication Tech roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medication Tech's salary?

A Medication Tech's salary grows with experience: starting around $39,845 for beginners, reaching about $41,263 at mid-level, and approach $41,507 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medication Tech?

Medication Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medication Tech roles are District of Columbia $44,040, California $43,873, Massachusetts $43,288. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medication Tech roles make?

Salaries for Medication Tech level roles vary by specialization: Medication Manager: $111,262; Medication Nurse: $71,432; Administer Medication: $55,815; Vet Tech: $47,310; Medication Aid: $45,841.

Medication Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medication Tech make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medication Tech in Delaware is $40,281 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,254
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,796 to $42,361
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,713

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Medication Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,361	$3,530	$815	$20
Average	$40,281	$3,357	$775	$19
25th Percentile	$35,796	$2,983	$688	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Medication Tech Salaries

A Medication Tech'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 Medication Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medication Tech'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): $39,845
Early Career (1-2 years): $40,592
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,263
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,355
Expert (over 8 years): $41,507

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medication Tech	$39,845
Intermediate Level Medication Tech	$40,592
Senior Level Medication Tech	$41,263
Specialist Level Medication Tech	$41,355
Expert Level Medication Tech	$41,507

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How Do Medication Tech 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 Medication Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,040.
California: $43,873.
Massachusetts: $43,288.

District of Columbia $44,040 California $43,873 Massachusetts $43,288 Washington $43,129 New Jersey $43,113 Alaska $43,057 Connecticut $42,509 New York $42,286

Hawaii $41,574 Rhode Island $41,240 Maryland $41,013 Minnesota $40,703 Colorado $40,583 Illinois $40,544 Oregon $40,392 Delaware $40,281

New Hampshire $40,211 Virginia $40,054 Pennsylvania $39,597 Nevada $39,366 North Dakota $39,291 Michigan $39,171 Wisconsin $39,128 Vermont $39,040

Texas $38,797 Maine $38,782 Arizona $38,758 Ohio $38,730 Georgia $38,364 Indiana $38,181 Wyoming $38,145 Utah $38,089

Iowa $38,066 Kansas $37,875 Louisiana $37,819 North Carolina $37,799 Missouri $37,791 Florida $37,636 Montana $37,552 Nebraska $37,473

Kentucky $37,429 South Carolina $37,270 Tennessee $37,171 Idaho $37,131 New Mexico $36,840 Oklahoma $36,777 Alabama $36,542 South Dakota $36,148

Arkansas $35,934 West Virginia $35,818 Mississippi $35,472

Top Paying Cities for Medication Teches

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: $40,100
Little Creek: $40,393
Magnolia: $40,335

Lincoln, DE $40,100 Little Creek, DE $40,393 Magnolia, DE $40,335 Milford, DE $40,202 Marydel, DE $40,268 Millsboro, DE $39,931 Millville, DE $39,993 Milton, DE $40,062

Nassau, DE $40,091 Ocean View, DE $39,986 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,063 Seaford, DE $40,086 Selbyville, DE $39,920 Smyrna, DE $40,421 Viola, DE $40,235 Woodside, DE $40,343

Bear, DE $40,250 Newark, DE $40,235 Claymont, DE $40,317 Delaware City, DE $40,275 Hockessin, DE $40,231 Kirkwood, DE $40,268 Middletown, DE $40,283 Montchanin, DE $40,240

New Castle, DE $40,246 Odessa, DE $40,303 Port Penn, DE $40,330 Rockland, DE $40,244 Saint Georges, DE $40,270 Townsend, DE $40,332 Winterthur, DE $40,249 Lewes, DE $40,078

Wilmington, DE $40,233 Dover, DE $40,393 Dover Afb, DE $40,180 Bethany Beach, DE $39,944 Bethel, DE $39,986 Bridgeville, DE $40,080 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,279 Cheswold, DE $40,380

Clayton, DE $40,381 Dagsboro, DE $39,916 Delmar, DE $39,852 Ellendale, DE $39,973 Felton, DE $40,198 Fenwick Island, DE $39,925 Frankford, DE $39,855 Frederica, DE $40,238

Georgetown, DE $39,901 Greenwood, DE $40,086 Harbeson, DE $39,944 Harrington, DE $40,147 Hartly, DE $40,272 Houston, DE $40,090 Kenton, DE $40,383 Laurel, DE $39,877

Yorklyn, DE $40,243

Medication Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medication Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Medication Tech positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Medication Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Medication Tech

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$44,309	$21.0	10%

Medication Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medication Tech'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.

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$35,796

Average $40,281/year

$42,361

$2,983

Average $3,357/month

$3,530

$688

Average $775/week

$815

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,361	$3,530	$815	$20
Average	$40,281	$3,357	$775	$19
25th Percentile	$35,796	$2,983	$688	$17

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