Healthcare Salem, OR Pop. 175,535

Pharmacist Salary in Salem, Oregon

The median pharmacist salary in Salem, OR is $138,060 per year, which is 4.0% above the national median and 7.1% below the Oregon state average.

City Median
$138,060
vs State Avg
$-10,620
vs National
+$5,310
Cost of Living
102%

Pharmacist Salary in Salem by Experience

In Salem, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $104,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $164,320 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$104,000
+$4,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$135,200
+$5,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$164,320
+$6,320 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Salem, OR

Percentile Salem
10th Percentile $100,048
25th Percentile $121,680
Median (50th) $138,060
75th Percentile $158,288
90th Percentile $172,432

Pharmacist Salary in Other Oregon Cities

Portland, OR
$159,300
Pop. 652,503
Hillsboro, OR
$151,335
Pop. 106,447
Gresham, OR
$146,025
Pop. 113,103
Eugene, OR
$142,043
Pop. 176,654

How to Become a Pharmacist in Salem

Education

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