As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pharmacy Intern in California is $44,291, equivalent to $21 per hour, $852 weekly, or $3,691 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 California vary widely, spanning from $37,864 to $55,635. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,927) and 75th percentile ($50,229), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,635 per year. This $9,302 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, California Pharmacy Intern often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 67 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Pharmacy Intern job salary. 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 $37,864 CA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $40,927 CA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $44,291 CA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $50,229 CA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pharmacy Intern Salary $55,635 CA November 01, 2026
25% $40,927 10% $37,864 90% $55,635 75% $50,229 $44,291 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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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $48,964 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $52,054 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $52,191 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $50,544 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $49,383 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $52,059 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $50,130 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $49,089 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $59,289 Date Updated November 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $57,656 Date Updated November 01, 2026
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    Pharmacy Intern

    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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