Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $38,210 | $45,195 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $18.37 | $21.73 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $42,693.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in West Virginia is $38,210, or about $18.37 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. West Virginia is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,560 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $38,210, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.