Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $138,160 | $143,112 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $66.42 | $68.80 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $141,557.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $142,979 | $114,400 | $161,200 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Pharmacist in Pennsylvania is $138,160, or about $66.42 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacists is $143,112. Pennsylvania is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level pharmacists in Pennsylvania typically earn from $114,400 depending on the city and employer.
With 14,090 pharmacist jobs on record and a median salary of $138,160, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.