Pharmacy Aides pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $17.08 an hour ($35,530 a year). About 1,180 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($37,680). North Carolina ranks 37th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.36 | $25,710 |
| 25% of workers | $16.33 | $33,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.08 | $35,530 |
| 75% of workers | $18.19 | $37,840 |
| 90% of workers | $20.99 | $43,660 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Cary | $39,390 | 160 |
| Winston-Salem | $37,320 | 60 |
| Wilmington | $37,040 | 40 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $37,000 | 70 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $35,760 | 70 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $35,540 | 300 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $31,390 | 50 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $28,880 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $35,950 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $44,190 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,140 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $35,440 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,530 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,070 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,330 |
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