Pharmacy Technicians pay in Alaska
In Alaska, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $25.31 an hour ($52,640 a year). About 800 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($45,750). Alaska ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Alaska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.62 | $40,820 |
| 25% of workers | $22.66 | $47,140 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.31 | $52,640 |
| 75% of workers | $28.53 | $59,350 |
| 90% of workers | $34.00 | $70,720 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Alaska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks-College | $55,850 | 80 |
| Anchorage | $51,870 | 480 |
Alaska unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 44,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alaska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $52,560 |
| Nursing Assistants | $46,370 |
| Pharmacists | $167,310 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $61,090 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $54,070 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $60,950 |
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