Pharmacists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $139,020 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $66.84
10th percentile $103,050
90th percentile $153,510
Employed locally 340
National median $137,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $103,050
    25th
    $127,020
    50th (median)
    $139,020
    75th
    $142,460
    90th
    $153,510

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460
    Physical Therapists $98,000
    Psychiatric Technicians $39,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pharmacists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Pharmacists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $66.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Pharmacists salaries?

    The median Pharmacists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 1.1% above 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Pharmacists (10th percentile) earn around $103,050 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $127,020.