How much does a pharmacy aide make in Atlanta?
$39,160a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $18.83 an hour or $3,263 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.83
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 51 of 174
- Jobs in the area
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,410Median: $39,160Highest 10%: $46,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,410 | $12.70 | |
| 25th | $31,330 | $15.06 | |
| Median | $39,160 | $18.83 | |
| 75th | $46,250 | $22.24 | |
| 90th | $46,460 | $22.34 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides.
| Augusta, GA | $34,640 |
| Savannah, GA | $32,200 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $30,020 |
| Albany, GA | $27,860 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,730 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,060 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $39,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy aide make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $18.83 ($39,160 a year).
Do pharmacy aides make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $39,160 against $37,680 nationally, 4% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $34,630, so Atlanta pays 13% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for pharmacy aide pay?
51 of 174 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacy aide make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $26,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,460 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.