verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Pharmacist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$160,610/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$77.22/hr
▲ 14% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
7,350
public U.S. Median
$140,910
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$150,085 #24 of 51

Pharmacist pay in Washington, explained

Pharmacists in Washington earn a median of $160,610 per year ($77.22 per hour), which is 14% above the national median of $140,910. Entry-level workers earn around $126,230, while the most experienced pharmacists reach about $205,210. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $160,610 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $160,610 is worth about $150,085 in national buying power — ranking Washington #24 for real pay (vs #5 on the sticker number).

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Pharmacist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$126,230
$60.69/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$160,610
$77.22/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$205,210
$98.66/hr

Pharmacist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $160,610 $150,085
Oregon $165,960 $160,563 −$5,350
Idaho $144,900 $151,737 +$15,710

Pharmacist in Washington: FAQ

How much do pharmacists make in Washington?

Pharmacists in Washington earn a median of $160,610 per year ($77.22 per hour), compared with $140,910 nationally.

Does Washington pay pharmacists well?

At $160,610, Washington pays 14% above the national median for pharmacists. An estimated 7,350 work in the state.

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