Pharmacy technician Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Pharmacy technician Salary
$17.00/hour
The average salary for a Pharmacy technician in Maryland is $17.00 per hour. This is 44% lower than the US average of $24.43.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Pharmacy technician salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$17.00/hour
Maryland
44% lower than the US average.
$24.43/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Pharmacy technicians?
Only Laurel, Maryland reports pay data for Pharmacy technicians, averaging $34 per hour. Laurel, Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Maryland average for Pharmacy technicians is $17 per hour — Laurel, Maryland pays 99% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Laurel, Maryland | $34 | $100 |
How does the pay for Pharmacy technicians in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Pharmacy technicians the most, averaging $15 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($15). Pennsylvania has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $21. For comparison, the Maryland average for Pharmacy technicians is $17 per hour — Ohio pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $15 | $21 |
| Pennsylvania | $15 | $21 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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