How much does a Hospital Pharmacy Technician make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Hospital Pharmacy Technician in California is $47,090. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $43,811 to $50,689, with most professionals earning between $40,827 and $53,966.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $40,827 CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $43,811 CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $47,090 CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $50,689 CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Hospital Pharmacy Technician Salary $53,966 CA April 01, 2025
25% $43,811 10% $40,827 90% $53,966 75% $50,689 $47,090 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Hospital Pharmacy Technician ?

A pharmacy technician is a health care provider who performs pharmacy-related functions, generally working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy technicians work in a variety of locations (usually in community, retail, and hospital pharmacies), but can also work for long-term care facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, third-party insurance companies, computer software companies, or in government or teaching. Job duties include dispensing prescription drugs and other medical devices to patients and instructing on their use. They may also perform administrative duti...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $47,530 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $48,510 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $49,930 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $47,493 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $46,391 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $49,276 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $47,593 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $45,184 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $55,401 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $55,274 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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    Hospital Pharmacy Technician

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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