How much does a pharmacy aide make in North Carolina?
$35,530a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides in North Carolina. That is $17.08 an hour or $2,961 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.08
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,710Median: $35,530Highest 10%: $43,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,710 | $12.36 | |
| 25th | $33,970 | $16.33 | |
| Median | $35,530 | $17.08 | |
| 75th | $37,840 | $18.19 | |
| 90th | $43,660 | $20.99 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $39,390 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $37,320 |
| Wilmington, NC | $37,040 |
| Durham, NC | $37,000 |
| Greensboro, NC | $35,760 |
| Charlotte, NC | $35,540 |
| Hickory, NC | $31,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacy aides.
| 34. Michigan | $36,130 |
| 35. South Dakota | $36,130 |
| 36. Indiana | $35,890 |
| 37. North Carolina | $35,530 |
| 38. Maryland | $35,170 |
| 39. Florida | $35,160 |
| 40. Georgia | $34,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy aide make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $17.08 ($35,530 a year).
Do pharmacy aides make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $35,530 against $37,680 nationally, 6% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for pharmacy aide pay?
North Carolina ranks 37 of 48 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays pharmacy aides the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $39,390 a year.
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.