Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,380 | $45,195 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.34 | $21.73 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $43,382.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Rhode Island is $44,380, or about $21.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Rhode Island is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,540 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $44,380, Rhode Island offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.