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Pharmacy Technician

A comprehensive guide to Pharmacy Technician licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$42,819 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Washington

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
56,140Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
51,210Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
50,440Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Pending
49,640Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: Yes
48,560Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
CO
ColoradoCompact: No
48,070Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
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