Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to patients — measuring and packaging medications, taking in prescriptions, processing insurance claims, and managing inventory — in retail pharmacies, hospitals, and other settings.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
14,114
Median salary
$40,522
$38.4k–$50.4k range
Posted this week
+2,765
Remote / telehealth
0.5%
73 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Pharmacy Technician specialties: openings and median pay
As of September 13, 2026, Pharmacy Technician hiring on SonicJobs spans 3 specialties. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is the largest with 2,181 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $48,000 (Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)) to $50,779 (Hospital Pharmacy Technician).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | 2,181 | $48k | |
| Hospital Pharmacy Technician | 370 | $50.8k | |
| Retail Pharmacy Technician | 286 | $48k |
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · 3 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Pharmacy Technician do?
Pharmacy Technicians prepare and dispense medications and support pharmacists. Entry is usually a high school diploma plus training; many states require registration or licensure, and national certification (PTCB) is widely used.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Pharmacy Technician jobs are open?
As of September 13, 2026, SonicJobs lists 14,114 active Pharmacy Technician jobs, with 2,765 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Pharmacy Technicians earn?
As of September 13, 2026, Pharmacy Technician roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $40,522 (10th–90th percentile $38.4k–$50.4k), based on 9,044 of 14,114 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 2 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 4,377 | 48% |
| 40k-60k | 4,361 | 48% |
| 60k-80k | 270 | 3% |
| 80k-100k | 30 | 0% |
| 100k+ | 4 | 0% |
- Median salary
- $40,522 · n=9,044
- Average salary
- $42,808 · n=9,044
- Salary coverage
- 64.08% · n=14,114
- Job count
- 14114 · n=14,114
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Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · 64% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Pharmacy Technicians most in demand?
As of September 13, 2026, Pharmacy Technician demand on SonicJobs is highest in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, across 14,114 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1,177 | $45.9k |
| Texas | 984 | $39.8k |
| Pennsylvania | 753 | $39.8k |
| Ohio | 746 | $32.6k |
| Florida | 704 | $39.8k |
| Massachusetts | 558 | $42.2k |
| Illinois | 535 | $42.2k |
| New York | 523 | $46.1k |
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Pharmacy Technicians?
As of September 13, 2026, the top Pharmacy Technician employers on SonicJobs are CVS Health, Costco Wholesale Corporation, The Kroger Co..
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Pharmacy Technician jobs are available?
As of September 13, 2026, Full time roles make up 54% of 14,114 active Pharmacy Technician listings.
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Pharmacy Technician jobs?
As of September 13, 2026, 73 of 14,114 active Pharmacy Technician listings (0.5%) offer remote or telehealth work.
73
Remote / telehealth jobs
0.5% of active Pharmacy Technician listings.
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Most pharmacy technicians enter with a high school diploma and learn through on-the-job training or a postsecondary program. Requirements vary by state — many require registration or licensure — and national certification through the PTCB is common.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Pharmacy Technician jobs offer?
As of September 13, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Pharmacy Technician roles, appearing in 56% of listings that disclose benefits (78% of all Pharmacy Technician listings).
Source: aggregated from 14,114 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 78% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Pharmacy Technician FAQ
Do pharmacy technicians need certification?
It varies by state — many require registration or licensure — and employers widely expect national certification such as the PTCB’s CPhT. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Pharmacy Technicians?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of pharmacy technicians to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034, with about 49,000 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $43,460 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Pharmacy Technician listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) — National pharmacy technician certification