Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Salary in California (2026)

Complete salary breakdown for Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)s in California, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.

Median Salary
$49880
Hourly Rate
$23.98
Salary Range
$32720 - $57130
Compared to National Average
+23.8%
Compared to State Average
Varies by region

Salary by Experience

Salary Range

Base$49,880
10th$29,448
25th$30,266
50th$32,720
75th$35,174
90th$35,992

Salaries by Experience Level

Experience LevelSalary
Entry Level$32,720
Mid Career$45,000
Experienced$57,130

Salary by City

CityMetro AreaMedian Salary90th PercentileCost of Living Index
San FranciscoSan FranciscoSan Francisco4988064844100
Los AngelesLos AngelesLos Angeles4988064844100
San DiegoSan DiegoSan Diego4988064844100

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