Healthcare Kailua, HI Pop. 38,635

Pharmacist Salary in Kailua, Hawaii

The median pharmacist salary in Kailua, HI is $236,295 per year, which is 78.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$236,295
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$103,545
Cost of Living
170%

Pharmacist Salary in Kailua by Experience

In Kailua, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $178,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $281,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 170% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$178,000
+$78,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$231,400
+$101,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$281,240
+$123,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kailua, HI

Percentile Kailua
10th Percentile $171,236
25th Percentile $208,260
Median (50th) $236,295
75th Percentile $270,916
90th Percentile $295,124

Pharmacist Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

Honolulu, HI
$242,933
Pop. 350,964
Pearl City, HI
$233,640
Pop. 47,698
Waipahu, HI
$225,675
Pop. 38,216
Hilo, HI
$212,400
Pop. 45,703

How to Become a Pharmacist in Kailua

Education

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