Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $87,170 | $41.91 |
| 25th percentile | $137,540 | $66.13 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $165,150 | $79.40 |
| 75th percentile | $197,000 | $94.71 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $208,070 | $100.04 |
| Mean (average) | $162,110 | $77.94 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $165,150 | — |
| Alaska | $163,200 | -1% |
| Oregon | $163,120 | -1% |
| Washington | $157,020 | -5% |
| Minnesota | $154,610 | -6% |
| Colorado | $151,680 | -8% |
| Hawaii | $150,710 | -9% |
| District of Columbia | $141,560 | -14% |
| New Hampshire | $141,480 | -14% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $166,610 | 20,980 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $162,740 | 12,980 |
| Human Resources Managers | $169,140 | 27,680 |
| Physician Assistants | $161,080 | 13,570 |
| Managers, All Other | $170,740 | 103,510 |
| Software Developers | $170,910 | 292,630 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Pharmacists salary in California?
The mean pharmacists salary in California is $162,110 per year. The median (middle) salary is $165,150 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Pharmacists in California?
Entry-level pharmacistss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $87,170 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $137,540 per year.
What is the highest Pharmacists salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $208,070 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $197,000 per year.
How does the California Pharmacists salary compare to the national average?
The median pharmacists salary in California is $165,150, which is +20% above national average of $137,480.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes