Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,970 | $45,195 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.02 | $21.73 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,468.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in Colorado is $49,970, or about $24.02 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. Colorado is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,010 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $49,970, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.