Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $38,680 | $45,195 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $18.60 | $21.73 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $44,511.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Arkansas is $38,680, or about $18.60 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Arkansas is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,560 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $38,680, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.