Pharmacy Aides pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $18.98 an hour ($39,470 a year). About 1,210 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($37,680). Pennsylvania ranks 8th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.90 | $28,910 |
| 25% of workers | $16.60 | $34,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.98 | $39,470 |
| 75% of workers | $20.50 | $42,640 |
| 90% of workers | $20.85 | $43,360 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $42,640 | 610 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $40,460 | 80 |
| Lancaster | $39,650 | 40 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $39,520 | 50 |
| Pittsburgh | $39,400 | 430 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,640 |
| Cashiers | $29,220 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $36,810 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $44,930 |
| Medical Assistants | $43,920 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,040 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,910 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,140 |
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