Pharmacy Technicians pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $20.15 an hour ($41,910 a year). About 14,680 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($45,750). Georgia ranks 41st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.91 | $35,160 |
| 25% of workers | $17.85 | $37,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.15 | $41,910 |
| 75% of workers | $23.31 | $48,490 |
| 90% of workers | $27.32 | $56,820 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Hinesville | $46,450 | 60 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $45,020 | 7,930 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $44,550 | 880 |
| Warner Robins | $43,150 | 190 |
| Gainesville | $43,040 | 320 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $41,820 | 150 |
| Albany | $41,390 | 230 |
| Savannah | $40,620 | 560 |
| Columbus | $40,370 | 410 |
| Rome | $39,990 | 170 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $39,460 | 380 |
| Dalton | $38,760 | 190 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $38,080 | 380 |
| Valdosta | $37,250 | 230 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,600 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,030 |
| Pharmacists | $137,120 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,840 |
| Surgical Technologists | $64,010 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $43,060 |
| Opticians, Dispensing | $48,010 |
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