Pharmacy Technicians pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $22.79 an hour ($47,410 a year). About 1,130 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($45,750). District of Columbia ranks 14th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.86 | $41,300 |
| 25% of workers | $22.25 | $46,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.79 | $47,410 |
| 75% of workers | $28.59 | $59,470 |
| 90% of workers | $35.63 | $74,100 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $46,660 | 6,650 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (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 District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $47,700 |
| Medical Assistants | $51,050 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,740 |
| Pharmacists | $153,400 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $55,920 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $76,560 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $102,770 |
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