Healthcare Minnesota (MN) Rank #17 of 50

Pharmacist Salary in Minnesota

The median pharmacist salary in Minnesota is $134,078 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $132,750.

Median Salary
$134,078
vs National
+$1,328
State Rank
#17 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Pharmacist Salary in Minnesota by Experience

In Minnesota, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $101,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $159,580 per year. The cost of living index in Minnesota is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$101,000
+$1,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$131,300
+$1,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$159,580
+$1,580 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Minnesota

Percentile MN Salary
10th Percentile $97,162
25th Percentile $118,170
Median (50th) $134,078
75th Percentile $153,722
90th Percentile $167,458

Major Cities for Pharmacists in Minnesota

The largest employment areas for pharmacists in Minnesota include Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester, and Duluth. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Minneapolis, MN
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Saint Paul, MN
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Rochester, MN
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Duluth, MN
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Bloomington, MN
Metro area for pharmacist employment

How to Become a Pharmacist in Minnesota

Education

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

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook in Minnesota

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