Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,610 | $45,195 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.04 | $21.73 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $36,406.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in New Jersey is $39,610, or about $19.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. New Jersey is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 14,020 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $39,610, New Jersey offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.