How much does a pharmacy aide make in Richmond?
$33,840a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $16.27 an hour or $2,820 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.27
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among cities
- 145 of 174
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,980Median: $33,840Highest 10%: $49,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,980 | $13.45 | |
| 25th | $33,700 | $16.20 | |
| Median | $33,840 | $16.27 | |
| 75th | $36,300 | $17.45 | |
| 90th | $49,920 | $24.00 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for pharmacy aides.
| Washington, DC | $40,160 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,760 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,640 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,730 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,370 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,720 |
| Orderly | $37,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy aide make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $16.27 ($33,840 a year).
Do pharmacy aides make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $33,840 against $37,680 nationally, 10% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $36,390, so Richmond pays 7% less.
Where does Richmond rank for pharmacy aide pay?
145 of 174 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacy aide make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $27,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,920 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.