Healthcare Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Pharmacist Salary in Delaware

The median pharmacist salary in Delaware is $136,733 per year, which is 3.0% above the national median of $132,750.

Median Salary
$136,733
vs National
+$3,983
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Pharmacist Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $103,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,740 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$103,000
+$3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$133,900
+$3,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$162,740
+$4,740 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $99,086
25th Percentile $120,510
Median (50th) $136,733
75th Percentile $156,766
90th Percentile $170,774

Pharmacist Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for pharmacists in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$142,043
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$130,095
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$138,060
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$132,750
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$134,078
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Pharmacist in Delaware

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, pharmacist employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (slower than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.