Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $47,410 | $45,195 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.79 | $21.73 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $43,139.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in District of Columbia is $47,410, or about $22.79 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. District of Columbia is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,130 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $47,410, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.