Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
Pharmacists
SOC: 29-1051 O*NET: 29-1051.00
Median Salary
$137,480
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.6%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
14.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$82,488
25th
$109,984
50th (Median)
$137,480
75th
$164,976
90th
$206,220
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:335,100
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.6%
Annual Openings:14,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)335,100
Current
2034 (Projected)350,500
+4.6%
+15,400
Employment Change
+4.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Mathematics
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Chemistry
✓
Biology
✓
Psychology
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Education and Training
✓
Administrative
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required