Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Pharmacist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median pharmacist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $114,165 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$114,165
vs State Avg
$-7,965
vs National
$-18,585
Cost of Living
86%

Pharmacist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $86,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $135,880 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,000
$-14,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$111,800
$-18,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$135,880
$-22,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $82,732
25th Percentile $100,620
Median (50th) $114,165
75th Percentile $130,892
90th Percentile $142,588

Pharmacist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$130,095
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$130,095
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$126,113
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$116,820
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Pharmacist in Winston-Salem

Education

Most pharmacist positions require a doctoral degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.