Pharmacy Technician Salary in Vermont: $50,236 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Vermont's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median pharmacy technician pay sits at $50,236/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2052. Because Vermont sits at BEA RPP 103.5 (4% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $48,537 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: South Burlington ($48,184), Burlington ($47,940), Bennington ($45,373).
In Vermont, pharmacy technicians can expect an average median salary of $50,236 in 2026, which is approximately 4.1% higher than the national median salary of $48,239. The disparity in salaries among cities is significant, with the highest-paying city, South Burlington, offering $50,805, while Montpelier ranks lowest at $45,983, creating a gap of $4,822. Factors driving this difference include the cost of living in these areas, demand for services, and local healthcare infrastructure. Vermont has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can influence salary potential. Technicians need to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) and obtain certification through the Vermont State Board of Pharmacy to practice. The projected annual growth rate for pharmacy technician employment is 5.44%, indicating a solid demand for professionals in this field in the coming years. The total number of employed pharmacy technicians in Vermont stands at 410, with the top five cities projected to offer the following salaries: South Burlington at $50,805, Burlington at $50,548, Bennington at $47,841, Brattleboro at $47,301, and Essex Junction at $47,200. This positive job market outlook further underscores the increasing need for pharmacy technicians across the state.
Vermont Pharmacy Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Vermont: $38,007 (lowest entry-level) to $80,198 (highest top earner)
Vermont vs National Average
Vermont pharmacy technicians earn 4.14% more than the national median (+$1,997/year difference).
Vermont Pharmacy Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Pharmacy Technician salaries in Vermont range from $40,189 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $78,182 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $50,236. The Vermont median is $1,997 above the US national median of $48,239. The average hourly rate is $24.15/hr. Approximately 410 pharmacy technicians are employed across 9 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$34,410
2025 BLS Actual
$47,644
2026 Current Est.
$50,236
2019–2027 Growth
+53.9%
Salary Trajectory for Pharmacy Technicians in Vermont (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.44% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $34,410 | Actual |
| 2020 | $35,540 | Actual |
| 2021 | $36,820 | Actual |
| 2022 | $37,530 | Actual |
| 2023 | $37,830 | Actual |
| 2024 | $45,410 | Actual |
| 2025 | $47,644 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $50,236 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $52,969 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Vermont metropolitan area, the median pharmacy technician salary grew 38.5% from $34,410 (2019) to $47,644 (2025). At a 5.44% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $52,969 by 2027 — a total increase of $18,559 (53.93%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Vermont metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.44% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Vermont
Lowest Paying Cities in Vermont
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Montpelier | $45,983 |
| Colchester | $46,216 |
| Rutland | $46,268 |
| Barre | $47,136 |
| Essex Junction | $47,200 |
Best Value Cities for Pharmacy Technicians in Vermont
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Vermont cities offer the most purchasing power for pharmacy technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $50,548 | 100.949 | $50,073 |
| South Burlington | $50,805 | 103.5 | $49,087 |
| Bennington | $47,841 | 103.5 | $46,223 |
| Brattleboro | $47,301 | 103.5 | $45,701 |
| Essex Junction | $47,200 | 103.5 | $45,604 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $40,189 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $50,236 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $78,182 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Vermont metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Vermont
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $50,805 |
| 2 | Burlington | $50,548 |
| 3 | Bennington | $47,841 |
| 4 | Brattleboro | $47,301 |
| 5 | Essex Junction | $47,200 |
| 6 | Barre | $47,136 |
| 7 | Rutland | $46,268 |
| 8 | Colchester | $46,216 |
| 9 | Montpelier | $45,983 |
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Written by Emily Tran, PharmD
Career Analyst
Emily Tran has over 8 years of experience as a pharmacy technician. She specializes in medication therapy management. Her experience includes working in community pharmacies.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.44% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 pharmacy technician compensation across Vermont. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 metro areas — larger metro areas with more pharmacy technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.44%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for pharmacy technicians (SOC 29-2052).
Compiled and verified by Emily Tran, PharmD, a licensed pharmacy technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov