How much does a pharmacy aide make in Portland?
$42,140a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $20.26 an hour or $3,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.26
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 174
- Jobs in the area
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,040Median: $42,140Highest 10%: $61,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,040 | $18.29 | |
| 25th | $39,170 | $18.83 | |
| Median | $42,140 | $20.26 | |
| 75th | $47,390 | $22.78 | |
| 90th | $61,710 | $29.67 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides.
| Salem, OR | $51,590 |
| Bend, OR | $43,610 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $84,730 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,640 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,690 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,890 |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 |
| Phlebotomist | $51,680 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $51,000 |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,670 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy aide make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $20.26 ($42,140 a year).
Do pharmacy aides make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $42,140 against $37,680 nationally, 12% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $40,250, so Portland pays 5% more.
Where does Portland rank for pharmacy aide pay?
22 of 174 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacy aide make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,710 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.