Healthcare Columbus, OH Pop. 905,748

Pharmacist Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median pharmacist salary in Columbus, OH is $128,768 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 5.4% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$128,768
vs State Avg
+$6,638
vs National
$-3,982
Cost of Living
95%

Pharmacist Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $97,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,260 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$97,000
$-3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$126,100
$-3,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$153,260
$-4,740 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $93,314
25th Percentile $113,490
Median (50th) $128,768
75th Percentile $147,634
90th Percentile $160,826

Pharmacist Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Cincinnati, OH
$122,130
Pop. 309,317
Cleveland, OH
$116,820
Pop. 372,624
Akron, OH
$114,165
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$111,510
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Pharmacist in Columbus

Education

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