Pharmacists Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $135,240 -1.6% vs national
Median hourly $65.02
10th percentile $107,170
90th percentile $155,640
Employed locally 60
National median $137,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $107,170
    25th
    $127,970
    50th (median)
    $135,240
    75th
    $151,300
    90th
    $155,640

    Top-paying metros for Pharmacists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $203,950
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $196,250
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $183,510
    Vallejo, CA $177,530
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $174,810
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $173,510

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$97,370
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$46,020
    Pharmacy Technicians$46,740
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$82,190
    Occupational Therapists$99,930
    Nurse Practitioners$137,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacists make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacists in Massachusetts is $65.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.48 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Pharmacists salaries?

    The median Pharmacists salary in Massachusetts is 1.6% below the national median of $137,480. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Pharmacists in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Pharmacists (10th percentile) earn around $107,170 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $127,970.