How Much Does a Pharmacy Tech Make in Nevada in 2026?

A typical Pharmacy Tech in Nevada earns about $23.07 per hour ($47,980 per year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Broken down further, that comes to roughly $3,998 a month or $923 a week, figures calculated from the annual pay. Those numbers reflect the state's typical pay range across pharmacy settings, from retail chains to hospitals.

Nevada's typical pay sits 5% above the national figure of $45,750 a year ($22.00 an hour), according to the same wage data. That places the state 10th among 51 states and jurisdictions ranked for this occupation, which employs 471,680 people nationwide. About 4,070 Pharmacy Techs work in Nevada, a workforce large enough to make the comparison meaningful.

Entry-level Pharmacy Techs in Nevada typically start around $37,350 a year ($17.96 an hour), according to the same wage data. Those with a bit more experience often see pay near $39,600 a year, or about $19.04 an hour. Pay generally moves toward the state's typical figure of $23.07 an hour within the first few years on the job.

Experienced Pharmacy Techs in Nevada often earn upwards of $25.04 an hour, or about $52,090 a year. The top 10% of earners make over $62,500 a year, equal to roughly $30.05 an hour. That leaves a spread of $25,150 between entry-level and top pay, a gap usually tied to years on the job, the type of pharmacy, and which city the work is in.

Nevada Pharmacy Tech pay has climbed steadily over the past decade. In 2015, typical pay stood at $33,050 a year; by 2025 it reached $47,980, a gain of $14,930. That amounts to a 45% rise over ten years, according to the same wage data tracked annually.

Nationally, Pharmacy Tech pay rose 50% over the same ten years, a slightly faster pace than Nevada's climb. Even so, Nevada's gains have been steady and consistent year over year. For someone starting out now, that history shows pay in this field has moved up over time, though no future increase is guaranteed.

Pay runs highest in Reno, where Pharmacy Techs typically earn $50,290 a year ($24.18 an hour), about 5% above the statewide figure. Carson City follows closely, with typical pay near $49,620 a year ($23.86 an hour). These figures reflect each city's full metro area, not just the city center.

Pay runs lowest in North Las Vegas, where Pharmacy Techs typically earn $47,590 a year ($22.88 an hour), matching the figures for Las Vegas and Henderson. That's a spread of $2,700 between the highest- and lowest-paying cities in the state. Las Vegas has the largest Pharmacy Tech workforce, with 3,040 people in the role. Higher pay in Reno and Carson City generally tracks a higher cost of living in those areas.

Nevada's typical pay lags behind its neighbors to the west. California pays Pharmacy Techs 15% more ($55,110 a year), and Oregon pays 14% more ($54,900 a year). Arizona and Idaho pay slightly less, at 1% and 3% below Nevada's figure, while Utah's typical pay is about the same ($48,140). Licensure requirements often transfer or can be endorsed between neighboring states, which can simplify a move across state lines.

Pharmacy Techs in Nevada typically earn $47,980 a year, up 45% over the past decade from $33,050 in 2015. Pay varies by city and experience, with Reno and Carson City running highest and entry-level roles starting lower. Readers considering the field should check Nevada's pharmacy technician registration requirements with the state board, and review city-level pages for local pay figures before making a move.