NJ · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 29-2052

Pharmacy Technicians Salary in New Jersey

Median Annual Salary $38,890 -11% below national average (national: $43,460)
$43,140Mean Annual
$19Median Hourly
14,130Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$38,890
$34,190
10th pct.
$57,010
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$34,190$16.44
25th percentile$36,300$17.45
50th percentile (median)$38,890$18.70
75th percentile$48,480$23.31
90th percentile (top earners)$57,010$27.41
Mean (average)$43,140$20.74

How New Jersey Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New Jersey
New Jersey (current) $38,890
Washington $56,140 +44%
Oregon $51,210 +32%
Alaska $50,440 +30%
California $49,640 +28%
Minnesota $48,560 +25%
Colorado $48,070 +24%
Arizona $47,620 +22%
North Dakota $47,600 +22%

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Related Occupations in New Jersey

OccupationMedian AnnualEmployment
Butchers and Meat Cutters $38,870 4,480
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $39,050 101,720
Receptionists and Information Clerks $39,060 48,710
Security Guards $38,720 37,970
Waiters and Waitresses $38,720 56,560
Helpers--Electricians $39,070 2,170

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Pharmacy Technicians salary in New Jersey?

The mean pharmacy technicians salary in New Jersey is $43,140 per year. The median (middle) salary is $38,890 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Pharmacy Technicians in New Jersey?

Entry-level pharmacy technicianss (10th percentile) in New Jersey typically earn around $34,190 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $36,300 per year.

What is the highest Pharmacy Technicians salary in New Jersey?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New Jersey make approximately $57,010 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $48,480 per year.

How does the New Jersey Pharmacy Technicians salary compare to the national average?

The median pharmacy technicians salary in New Jersey is $38,890, which is -11% below national average of $43,460.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes