Healthcare Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Pharmacist Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median pharmacist salary in Indianapolis, IN is $123,458 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$123,458
vs State Avg
+$3,983
vs National
$-9,292
Cost of Living
93%

Pharmacist Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $93,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,940 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$93,000
$-7,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$120,900
$-9,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,940
$-11,060 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $89,466
25th Percentile $108,810
Median (50th) $123,458
75th Percentile $141,546
90th Percentile $154,194

Pharmacist Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$139,388
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$112,838
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$111,510
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$110,183
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Pharmacist in Indianapolis

Education

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