How much does a pharmacy technician make in Washington?
$58,900a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in Washington. That is $28.32 an hour or $4,908 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.32
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,270Median: $58,900Highest 10%: $79,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,270 | $22.73 | |
| 25th | $50,400 | $24.23 | |
| Median | $58,900 | $28.32 | |
| 75th | $67,630 | $32.51 | |
| 90th | $79,090 | $38.02 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $61,320 |
| Bremerton, WA | $59,380 |
| Portland, OR | $58,590 |
| Longview, WA | $58,250 |
| Spokane, WA | $57,830 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $57,190 |
| Olympia, WA | $57,090 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $56,600 |
| Bellingham, WA | $56,010 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $55,790 |
| Kennewick, WA | $54,070 |
| Yakima, WA | $51,330 |
| Lewiston, ID | $50,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacy technicians.
| 1. Washington | $58,900 |
| 2. California | $55,110 |
| 3. Oregon | $54,900 |
| 4. Alaska | $52,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.32 ($58,900 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $58,900 against $45,750 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Washington rank for pharmacy technician pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays pharmacy technicians the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $61,320 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.