Healthcare Wisconsin (WI) Rank #26 of 50

Pharmacist Salary in Wisconsin

The median pharmacist salary in Wisconsin is $124,785 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $132,750.

Median Salary
$124,785
vs National
$-7,965
State Rank
#26 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Pharmacist Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level pharmacist earns around $94,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,520 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$94,000
$-6,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$122,200
$-7,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,520
$-9,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile WI Salary
10th Percentile $90,428
25th Percentile $109,980
Median (50th) $124,785
75th Percentile $143,068
90th Percentile $155,852

Major Cities for Pharmacists in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for pharmacists in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Milwaukee, WI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Madison, WI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Green Bay, WI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Kenosha, WI
Metro area for pharmacist employment
Racine, WI
Metro area for pharmacist employment

How to Become a Pharmacist in Wisconsin

Education

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

Key Skills

PharmacologyPatient CounselingDrug InteractionsCompoundingClinical ReviewPharmacy Software

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

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