Pharmacy Aides pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $17.50 an hour ($36,390 a year). About 510 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($37,680). Virginia ranks 30th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.52 | $30,190 |
| 25% of workers | $15.17 | $31,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.50 | $36,390 |
| 75% of workers | $21.11 | $43,900 |
| 90% of workers | $23.84 | $49,590 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $33,840 | 80 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $30,580 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $36,380 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $46,180 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,060 |
| Medical Assistants | $44,740 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,610 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,450 |
| Phlebotomists | $46,340 |
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