Healthcare Rhode Island (RI) Rank #12 of 50

Pharmacist Salary in Rhode Island

The median pharmacist salary in Rhode Island is $143,370 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median of $132,750.

Median Salary
$143,370
vs National
+$10,620
State Rank
#12 of 50
Cost of Living
105%

Pharmacist Salary in Rhode Island by Experience

In Rhode Island, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $108,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $170,640 per year. The cost of living index in Rhode Island is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$108,000
+$8,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$140,400
+$10,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$170,640
+$12,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rhode Island

Percentile RI Salary
10th Percentile $103,896
25th Percentile $126,360
Median (50th) $143,370
75th Percentile $164,376
90th Percentile $179,064

Major Cities for Pharmacists in Rhode Island

The largest employment areas for pharmacists in Rhode Island include Providence, Warwick, Cranston, and Pawtucket. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Providence, RI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Warwick, RI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Cranston, RI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Pawtucket, RI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
East Providence, RI
Metro area for pharmacist employment

How to Become a Pharmacist in Rhode Island

Education

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

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook in Rhode Island

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