How much does a pharmacy technician make in Virginia?
$44,610a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in Virginia. That is $21.45 an hour or $3,718 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.45
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,260Median: $44,610Highest 10%: $59,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,260 | $17.43 | |
| 25th | $37,960 | $18.25 | |
| Median | $44,610 | $21.45 | |
| 75th | $49,150 | $23.63 | |
| 90th | $59,030 | $28.38 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlottesville, VA | $48,110 |
| Washington, DC | $46,660 |
| Staunton, VA | $46,100 |
| Richmond, VA | $44,030 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $43,930 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $43,780 |
| Winchester, VA | $42,390 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $42,030 |
| Roanoke, VA | $41,200 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $40,510 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacy technicians.
| 27. Maine | $45,400 |
| 28. Maryland | $45,120 |
| 29. Iowa | $44,860 |
| 30. Virginia | $44,610 |
| 31. Indiana | $44,560 |
| 32. North Carolina | $44,530 |
| 33. Louisiana | $44,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $21.45 ($44,610 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $44,610 against $45,750 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Virginia rank for pharmacy technician pay?
Virginia ranks 30 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays pharmacy technicians the most?
Charlottesville, VA, with a median of $48,110 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.