How much does a pharmacy technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $22.43 an hour or $3,888 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.43
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 106 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 6,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,950 | $18.25 | |
| 25th | $39,830 | $19.15 | |
| Median | $46,660 | $22.43 | |
| 75th | $57,800 | $27.79 | |
| 90th | $64,220 | $30.88 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for pharmacy technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacy technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $22.43 ($46,660 a year).
Do pharmacy technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $46,660 against $45,750 nationally, 2% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $47,410, so Washington pays 2% less.
Where does Washington rank for pharmacy technician pay?
106 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacy technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $64,220 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.