Healthcare Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Pharmacist Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median pharmacist salary in Birmingham, AL is $119,475 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$119,475
vs State Avg
+$3,982
vs National
$-13,275
Cost of Living
90%

Pharmacist Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $90,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$90,000
$-10,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,000
$-13,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,200
$-15,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $86,580
25th Percentile $105,300
Median (50th) $119,475
75th Percentile $136,980
90th Percentile $149,220

Pharmacist Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$122,130
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$116,820
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$114,165
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$112,838
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Pharmacist in Birmingham

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook

Nationally, pharmacist employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.