Pharmacy Technicians pay in Rhode Island
In Rhode Island, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $21.34 an hour ($44,380 a year). About 1,540 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($45,750). Rhode Island ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Rhode Island
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.40 | $38,270 |
| 25% of workers | $18.55 | $38,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.34 | $44,380 |
| 75% of workers | $24.49 | $50,940 |
| 90% of workers | $28.36 | $58,990 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Rhode Island metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick | $43,800 | 2,240 |
Rhode Island unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Rhode Island
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $46,440 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,190 |
| Pharmacists | $128,180 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,090 |
| Phlebotomists | $46,380 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $45,310 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $75,780 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $48,520 |
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