Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,110 | $45,195 | +22% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.50 | $21.73 | +22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,783.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in California is $55,110, or about $26.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. California is +22% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 39,860 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $55,110, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.