Pharmacy Technicians pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $22.96 an hour ($47,760 a year). About 9,780 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($45,750). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($47,640).
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.95 | $39,410 |
| 25% of workers | $22.21 | $46,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.96 | $47,760 |
| 75% of workers | $26.66 | $55,460 |
| 90% of workers | $29.24 | $60,820 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff | $48,800 | 130 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $47,760 | 9,780 |
| Tucson | $47,310 | 1,630 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $47,000 | 290 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $45,990 | 130 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $45,890 | 280 |
| Yuma | $45,050 | 220 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,830 |
| Nursing Assistants | $45,290 |
| Pharmacists | $144,490 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $78,080 |
| Phlebotomists | $46,260 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 |
| Surgical Technologists | $78,050 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,550 |
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