Healthcare Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Pharmacist Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median pharmacist salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $119,475 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$119,475
vs State Avg
$-1,328
vs National
$-13,275
Cost of Living
92%

Pharmacist Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $90,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$90,000
$-10,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,000
$-13,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,200
$-15,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $86,580
25th Percentile $105,300
Median (50th) $119,475
75th Percentile $136,980
90th Percentile $149,220

Pharmacist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$143,370
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$123,457
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$114,165
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$106,200
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Pharmacist in Rio Rancho

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.