Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,030 | $45,195 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $18.76 | $21.73 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $43,953.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Alabama is $39,030, or about $18.76 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Alabama is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,510 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $39,030, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.