📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Pharmacy Technician Salary in Arizona (2026)

Arizona · 1.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$39,026
per year
Median
$37,412
per year
Hourly
$18.76
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$28,819
25th Percentile — Junior$33,925
50th Percentile — Median$37,412
75th Percentile — Senior$45,414
90th Percentile — Top Earners$48,828
💡 Top-earning Pharmacy Technicians in Arizona make up to $48,828 per year. The job market in Arizona is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Healthcare, Tourism.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$34.0k
2021
$34.9k
2022
$35.9k
2023
$36.9k
2024
$38.0k
2025
$39.0k
2026
📈 Pharmacy Technician salaries in Arizona have followed the national trend with 2.8% annual growth. The strong demand in Arizona's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Pharmacy Technician Salary by City in Arizona
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Phoenix $39,807 +2.0% High
Tucson $35,904 -8.0% High
Mesa $39,026 +0.0% High
Chandler $40,197 +3.0% High
Glendale $38,636 -1.0% High
Scottsdale $43,709 +12.0% High
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Pharmacy Technician Job Market in Arizona
Key factors affecting compensation

Arizona is home to a strong job market for Pharmacy Technicians. The state's key industries — Technology, Healthcare, Tourism — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $39,026 per year, Arizona's Pharmacy Technician salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Arizona (index: 0.99) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Arizona can expect to earn $28,819–$33,925, while experienced Pharmacy Technicians can command $45,414–$48,828.

Looking ahead, the Pharmacy Technician profession in Arizona is projected to grow at 2.8% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Pharmacy Technician salary in Arizona is $39,026 per year in 2026, which is 1.0% below the national average of $39,420.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Pharmacy Technicians the highest wages in Arizona due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Arizona has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Healthcare, Tourism. This makes it one of the better states for Pharmacy Technician employment.
  • At $39,026/year, Arizona Pharmacy Technician salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average of $39,420/year.