Pharmacy Aides pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $17.59 an hour ($36,590 a year). About 1,020 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($37,680). New Jersey ranks 28th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.88 | $33,020 |
| 25% of workers | $16.86 | $35,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.59 | $36,590 |
| 75% of workers | $20.99 | $43,660 |
| 90% of workers | $24.17 | $50,280 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $35,370 | 40 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $34,820 | 110 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 5,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,590 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,250 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $41,650 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $48,660 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,210 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $39,610 |
| Phlebotomists | $48,650 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $46,160 |
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