Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Pharmacist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median pharmacist salary in Aurora, IL is $128,768 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$128,768
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,982
Cost of Living
95%

Pharmacist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $97,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,260 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$97,000
$-3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$126,100
$-3,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$153,260
$-4,740 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $93,314
25th Percentile $113,490
Median (50th) $128,768
75th Percentile $147,634
90th Percentile $160,826

Pharmacist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$146,025
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$144,698
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$115,493
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$111,510
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Pharmacist in Aurora

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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.