As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 in the US is $45,680, equivalent to $22 per hour, $878 weekly, or $3,807 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 Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 in the US vary widely, spanning from $37,344 to $54,228. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,317) and 75th percentile ($50,155), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,228 per year. This $8,838 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 $37,344 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $41,317 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $45,680 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $50,155 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pharmacy Technician Level 3 Salary $54,228 US April 01, 2026
25% $41,317 10% $37,344 90% $54,228 75% $50,155 $45,680 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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