As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pharmacy Intern in the US is $40,155, equivalent to $19 per hour, $772 weekly, or $3,346 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Pharmacy Intern in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Pharmacy Intern in the US vary widely, spanning from $34,328 to $50,439. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,105) and 75th percentile ($45,538), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,439 per year. This $8,433 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Pharmacy Intern often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 67 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Pharmacy Intern Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $34,328 US November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $37,105 US November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $40,155 US November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $45,538 US November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $50,439 US November 01, 2026
25% $37,105 10% $34,328 90% $50,439 75% $45,538 $40,155 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Pharmacy Intern ?

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:

    Pharmacy Intern

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    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 Pharmacy Intern in the United States. The base salary for Pharmacy Intern ranges from $37,105 to $45,538 with the average base salary of $40,155. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,377 to $53,814 with the average total cash compensation of $48,613.

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