What pharmacy aides earn in Alabama and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | $36,460 | $17.53 | 90 |
| Huntsville, AL | $36,710 | $17.65 | 70 |
| Mobile, AL | $36,260 | $17.44 | 50 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $29,300 | $14.09 | 40 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $36,550 | $17.57 | 30 |
| Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $34,650 | $16.66 | 30 |
Pharmacy Aides in Alabama earned a median of $36,260 a year ($17.44 an hour) in May 2025, 4% less than the national median of $37,680. The middle half earned $34,690 to $37,370.
Among areas in Alabama, pay was highest in Huntsville, AL at $36,710.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.