Pharmacy Technician salary in Charlotte, NC
Median pay, Charlotte metro
$46,220/year
about $22.22 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $37,780 – $49,220
Half of pharmacy technicians in the Charlotte metro area earn more than $46,220 a year and half earn less. That's 1% higher than the national median of $45,750, and ranks #19 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $36,240 | $17.42 |
| 25th | $37,780 | $18.16 |
| Median (50th) | $46,220 | $22.22 |
| 75th | $49,220 | $23.66 |
| 90th (top earners) | $58,860 | $28.30 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a pharmacy technician job in the Charlotte metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $37,780 ($18.16/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $37,780 to $49,220 ($18.16 to $23.66/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $49,220 ($23.66/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Certification (such as CPhT) is required in many states and often comes with higher pay.
- Hospital pharmacy roles often pay more than retail pharmacy roles.
- Ask about evening, weekend and holiday shifts, and any differential pay for them.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Charlotte metro. Occupation: Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.