Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,530 | $45,195 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.41 | $21.73 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $47,222.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in North Carolina is $44,530, or about $21.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. North Carolina is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 17,260 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $44,530, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.