Pharmacy Aide salary in Virginia
What pharmacy aides earn in Virginia and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$36,390$17.50 per hour
vs U.S.−3%U.S. median $37,680
Middle half earn$31,560 – $43,900Top 10%: $49,590+
Jobs5100.48× the U.S. concentration
Pharmacy Aide pay in Virginia cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $40,160 | $19.31 | 570 |
| Richmond, VA | $33,840 | $16.27 | 80 |
Hospitals and jobs in Virginia
Pharmacy Aide pay in similar states
New Jersey · $36,590 New Mexico · $36,390 Connecticut · $36,350 Alabama · $36,260 South Carolina · $36,140 Michigan · $36,130
Other healthcare salaries in Virginia
Registered Nurses · $93,600 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $30,300 Nursing Assistants · $43,200 Medical Assistants · $44,740 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $64,920 Dental Assistants · $46,670 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,610 Physicians, All Other · $278,530 Pharmacists · $144,060 Physical Therapists · $101,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $61,050 Nurse Practitioners · $127,810
Questions
How much does a pharmacy aide make in Virginia?
Pharmacy Aides in Virginia earned a median of $36,390 a year ($17.50 an hour) in May 2025, 3% less than the national median of $37,680. The middle half earned $31,560 to $43,900.
Where in Virginia do pharmacy aides earn the most?
Among areas in Virginia, pay was highest in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $40,160.
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.