Healthcare Montgomery, AL Pop. 200,603

Pharmacist Salary in Montgomery, Alabama

The median pharmacist salary in Montgomery, AL is $114,165 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 1.1% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$114,165
vs State Avg
$-1,328
vs National
$-18,585
Cost of Living
86%

Pharmacist Salary in Montgomery by Experience

In Montgomery, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $86,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $135,880 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,000
$-14,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$111,800
$-18,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$135,880
$-22,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montgomery, AL

Percentile Montgomery
10th Percentile $82,732
25th Percentile $100,620
Median (50th) $114,165
75th Percentile $130,892
90th Percentile $142,588

Pharmacist Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$122,130
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$119,475
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$116,820
Pop. 101,129
Mobile, AL
$112,838
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Pharmacist in Montgomery

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Montgomery 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 Montgomery may vary based on local industry and population growth.