Healthcare Ohio (OH) Rank #31 of 50

Pharmacist Salary in Ohio

The median pharmacist salary in Ohio is $122,130 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $132,750.

Median Salary

$122,130

vs National

$-10,620

State Rank

#31 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Pharmacist Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $92,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,360 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$92,000

$-8,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$119,600

$-10,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,360

$-12,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$88,504	$96,200	$-7,696
25th Percentile	$107,640	$117,000	$-9,360
Median (50th)	$122,130	$132,750	$-10,620
75th Percentile	$140,024	$152,200	$-12,176
90th Percentile	$152,536	$165,800	$-13,264

Pharmacist Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for pharmacists in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$128,768

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$116,820

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$122,130

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$111,510

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$114,165

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Pharmacist in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook in Ohio

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