Healthcare Aurora, CO Pop. 386,261

Pharmacist Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median pharmacist salary in Aurora, CO is $142,043 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$142,043
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$9,293
Cost of Living
105%

Pharmacist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $107,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $169,060 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$107,000
+$7,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$139,100
+$9,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$169,060
+$11,060 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $102,934
25th Percentile $125,190
Median (50th) $142,043
75th Percentile $162,854
90th Percentile $177,406

Pharmacist Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$172,575
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$151,335
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$143,370
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$135,405
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Pharmacist in Aurora

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.