Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary in the United States

Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary

How much does a Hospital Pharmacy Technician make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Hospital Pharmacy Technician in the United States is $42,692. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,720 to $45,956, with most professionals earning between $37,014 and $48,927.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $37,014 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $39,720 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $42,692 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $45,956 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $48,927 US April 01, 2025
25% $39,720 10% $37,014 90% $48,927 75% $45,956 $42,692 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Hospital Pharmacy Technician ?

A pharmacy technician is a health care provider who performs pharmacy-related functions, generally working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy technicians work in a variety of locations (usually in community, retail, and hospital pharmacies), but can also work for long-term care facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, third-party insurance companies, computer software companies, or in government or teaching. Job duties include dispensing prescription drugs and other medical devices to patients and instructing on their use. They may also perform administrative duti...

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  1. This Job:

    Hospital Pharmacy Technician

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Pharmacy Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Hospital Pharmacy Technician in the United States. The base salary for Hospital Pharmacy Technician ranges from $39,720 to $45,956 with the average base salary of $42,692. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,720 to $45,956 with the average total cash compensation of $42,692.

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