How much does a Pharmacy Tech make?
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$39,792
/ yrThe estimated total pay for a Pharmacy Tech is $39,792 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $37,974 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $1,818 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
For Pharmacy Technician
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What is the total pay trajectory for Pharmacy Technician?
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy Technician | $37,354 /yr |
| Senior Pharmacy Technician | $41,384 /yr |
| Pharmacy Technician IV | $41,233 /yr |
Top Paying Companies
For a Pharmacy Tech in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Pharmacy Tech in United States. Employers include Sam's Club, Kaiser Permanente and Express Scripts.
Top Paying Companies
For Pharmacy Tech in United States
| 1 | Sam's Club | $44,570 | |
| 2 | Kaiser Permanente | $43,880 | |
| 3 | Express Scripts | $42,894 | |
| 4 | UnitedHealth Group | $42,025 | |
| 5 | H E B | $41,604 | |
| 6 | Publix | $41,290 | |
| 7 | Molina Healthcare | $40,885 | |
| 8 | Omnicare | $40,673 | |
| 9 | Walmart | $39,813 | |
| 10 | Walgreens Boots Alliance | $39,740 |
For Pharmacy Technician
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What is the total pay trajectory for Pharmacy Technician?
| Job Title | Salary |
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| Pharmacy Technician | $37,354 /yr |
| Senior Pharmacy Technician | $41,384 /yr |
| Pharmacy Technician IV | $41,233 /yr |
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Top Paying Industries
For a Pharmacy Tech in United States
The top 3 paying industries for a Pharmacy Tech in United States are Healthcare with a median total pay of $42,025, Insurance with a median total pay of $40,885 and Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $37,655.
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Top paying companies in Healthcare for Pharmacy Tech are Kaiser Permanente, Express Scripts, and UnitedHealth Group.
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What is the pay outlook for Healthcare?
Healthcare jobs, already in high demand, are expected to grow extensively to meet the increased need from an aging population. Careers in this industry are diverse, though most require additional training and pay above-average wages. Despite fewer opportunities for remote work than other professions, healthcare jobs can be found nearly everywhere, including both rural and urban settings. While careers in healthcare offer high job security, they also often involve long hours, including evening and weekend shift work, particularly for those just starting their career.
Recent Salaries Shared
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Pharmacy Tech pay FAQ
The national average salary for a Pharmacy Tech is $37,974 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Pharmacy Tech salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 916 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Pharmacy Tech employees.
The highest salary for a Pharmacy Tech in United States is $49,488 per year.
The lowest salary for a Pharmacy Tech in United States is $29,139 per year.
If you are thinking of becoming a Pharmacy Tech or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Pharmacy Tech.