Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $148,740 | $143,112 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $71.51 | $68.80 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $158,066.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $130,606 | $104,500 | $147,250 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Pharmacist in Wisconsin is $148,740, or about $71.51 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacists is $143,112. Wisconsin is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacists in Wisconsin typically earn from $104,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,730 pharmacist jobs on record and a median salary of $148,740, Wisconsin offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.