Pharmacy Technicians pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $28.17 an hour ($58,590 a year). About 2,460 people work in this job there.
That is 28% higher than the U.S. median ($45,750). It is 7% higher than the Oregon median ($54,900).
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.41 | $46,620 |
| 25% of workers | $23.41 | $48,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.17 | $58,590 |
| 75% of workers | $30.63 | $63,720 |
| 90% of workers | $34.31 | $71,370 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $58,590 | 2,460 |
| Bend | $56,950 | 220 |
| Medford | $54,900 | 260 |
| Salem | $52,210 | 400 |
| Albany | $51,730 | 90 |
| Grants Pass | $51,700 | 80 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $50,820 | 560 |
| Corvallis | $50,270 | 110 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $50,350 |
| Medical Assistants | $56,240 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $83,510 |
| Pharmacists | $168,830 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $83,010 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $104,810 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $61,890 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $62,720 |
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