Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,900 | $45,195 | +30% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.32 | $21.73 | +30% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,047.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Washington is $58,900, or about $28.32 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Washington is +30% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,150 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $58,900, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.