Pharmaceutical technicians Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median pharmaceutical technicians salary in the UK is £28,381 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £28,653, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.09.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £23,018 in West Midlands to £30,740 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£28,381
Annual
UK Mean
£28,653
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.09
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £30,740 | £32,123 | £26,409 |
| Scotland | £30,107 | £30,794 | £32,619 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £28,677 | £29,249 | £31,687 |
| North West | £28,145 | £28,625 | £30,861 |
| North East | £27,702 | £30,621 | £30,746 |
| East | £26,840 | £30,825 | £27,585 |
| East Midlands | £25,743 | £27,489 | £28,042 |
| West Midlands | £23,018 | £25,010 | £25,156 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average pharmaceutical technicians salary in the UK?
The median pharmaceutical technicians salary in the UK is £28,381 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £28,653, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays pharmaceutical technicians the most?
London pays the highest pharmaceutical technicians salaries with a median of £30,740.
How does pharmaceutical technicians pay vary by region?
Pharmaceutical technicians salaries range from £23,018 in West Midlands to £30,740 in London.
Are pharmaceutical technicians salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for pharmaceutical technicians?
The median hourly rate for pharmaceutical technicians in the UK is £16.09 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.