Pharmacy Aides Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a pharmacy aides in U.S. is $37,000/year ($17.79/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $59K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $37K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level pharmacy aides (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K.Top earners bring in $59K or more - a $29K spread from bottom to top.
Pharmacy Aides pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $56K | +50% | 80 |
| California | $44K | +19% | 9,430 |
| Washington | $43K | +17% | 1,250 |
| Hawaii | $42K | +13% | 60 |
| Utah | $39K | +5% | 260 |
| Arizona | $39K | +5% | 280 |
| Oregon | $39K | +4% | 530 |
| Pennsylvania | $38K | +3% | 1,500 |
| Idaho | $38K | +3% | 110 |
| Nevada | $38K | +2% | 380 |
| Minnesota | $38K | +2% | 670 |
| Maine | $37K | +1% | 230 |
| Texas | $37K | +1% | 3,300 |
| Massachusetts | $37K | +1% | 330 |
| New York | $37K | +0% | 2,800 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do pharmacy aides make in U.S.?
The median is $37,000 a year - that works out to about $17.79 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,360, and experienced pharmacy aides can clear $58,660. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,647/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 53.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a pharmacy aides salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median pharmacy aides salary is worth about $37,000 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do pharmacy aides get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.