As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 in the US is $45,704, equivalent to $22 per hour, $879 weekly, or $3,809 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 in the US vary widely, spanning from $37,366 to $54,261. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,340) and 75th percentile ($50,183), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,261 per year. This $8,843 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 Technician Level 3 often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 19 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 Technician Level 3 Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $37,366 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $41,340 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $45,704 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $50,183 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $54,261 US October 01, 2026
25% $41,340 10% $37,366 90% $54,261 75% $50,183 $45,704 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Pharmacy Technician Level 3 ?

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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