California Leads Pharmacy Technicians Salaries Nationwide
California offers the most competitive compensation for pharmacy technicians,
with professionals earning an average of $40,260.00 annually.
Key Statistics
Total Employment
453,630
Annual Mean Salary
$40,260.00
Hourly Rate
$19.35
Estimated Monthly*
$3,096.00
*Based on 40-hour work week
State vs National Salary Comparison
See how California's pharmacy technicians salaries compare to the national
average. The chart highlights why California stands out, showing both local and national
trends in wages and employment numbers.
California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for pharmacy technicians,
surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals
in the field within the state.
Top Paying Areas in California
Not all locations in California offer the same opportunities. Below you'll find
a breakdown of pharmacy technicians salaries by metropolitan and non-metropolitan
areas, helping you identify the most lucrative locations within the state.
San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward
Annual Mean Salary
$62,140.00
Hourly Rate
$29.87
Employment
4,130 professionals
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San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
Annual Mean Salary
$61,570.00
Hourly Rate
$29.60
Employment
1,750 professionals
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Napa
Annual Mean Salary
$59,540.00
Hourly Rate
$28.62
Employment
120 professionals
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Vallejo-Fairfield
Annual Mean Salary
$57,840.00
Hourly Rate
$27.81
Employment
450 professionals
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Santa Rosa
Annual Mean Salary
$57,620.00
Hourly Rate
$27.70
Employment
380 professionals
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Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade
Annual Mean Salary
$53,650.00
Hourly Rate
$25.80
Employment
2,590 professionals
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Stockton-Lodi
Annual Mean Salary
$51,810.00
Hourly Rate
$24.91
Employment
660 professionals
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Chico
Annual Mean Salary
$50,990.00
Hourly Rate
$24.51
Employment
240 professionals
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San Diego-Carlsbad
Annual Mean Salary
$50,780.00
Hourly Rate
$24.42
Employment
3,200 professionals
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Santa Cruz-Watsonville
Annual Mean Salary
$50,570.00
Hourly Rate
$24.31
Employment
250 professionals
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Santa Maria-Santa Barbara
Annual Mean Salary
$50,550.00
Hourly Rate
$24.30
Employment
400 professionals
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Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
Annual Mean Salary
$50,490.00
Hourly Rate
$24.28
Employment
14,230 professionals
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Modesto
Annual Mean Salary
$50,410.00
Hourly Rate
$24.24
Employment
510 professionals
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Redding
Annual Mean Salary
$50,040.00
Hourly Rate
$24.06
Employment
190 professionals
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Madera
Annual Mean Salary
$49,850.00
Hourly Rate
$23.97
Employment
130 professionals
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North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Annual Mean Salary
$49,500.00
Hourly Rate
$23.80
Employment
230 professionals
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Salinas
Annual Mean Salary
$49,450.00
Hourly Rate
$23.77
Employment
350 professionals
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Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
Annual Mean Salary
$49,270.00
Hourly Rate
$23.69
Employment
740 professionals
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Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Annual Mean Salary
$49,260.00
Hourly Rate
$23.68
Employment
130 professionals
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San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande
Annual Mean Salary
$48,760.00
Hourly Rate
$23.44
Employment
260 professionals
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North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Annual Mean Salary
$48,610.00
Hourly Rate
$23.37
Employment
310 professionals
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Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario
Annual Mean Salary
$48,310.00
Hourly Rate
$23.22
Employment
4,200 professionals
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Fresno
Annual Mean Salary
$48,240.00
Hourly Rate
$23.19
Employment
1,010 professionals
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Yuba City
Annual Mean Salary
$48,050.00
Hourly Rate
$23.10
Employment
170 professionals
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Bakersfield
Annual Mean Salary
$47,040.00
Hourly Rate
$22.62
Employment
850 professionals
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Hanford-Corcoran
Annual Mean Salary
$47,010.00
Hourly Rate
$22.60
Employment
140 professionals
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Visalia-Porterville
Annual Mean Salary
$46,180.00
Hourly Rate
$22.20
Employment
410 professionals
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El Centro
Annual Mean Salary
$44,390.00
Hourly Rate
$21.34
Employment
140 professionals
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Merced
Annual Mean Salary
$43,900.00
Hourly Rate
$21.11
Employment
180 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
(BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over
800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to
differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.