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Pharmacists Salary in Illinois
Ranked #30 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of pharmacistss in Illinois earn between $98,970 and $169,430. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean pharmacists salary in Illinois is $138,070, about 2% below the U.S. average ($140,920). That works out to roughly $66/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $147,330 | $144,430 | 300 |
| Decatur, IL | $145,960 | $136,060 | 60 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $142,550 | $141,560 | 220 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $142,330 | $141,710 | 230 |
| Kankakee, IL | $140,960 | $141,610 | 90 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $140,880 | $138,420 | 8,930 |
| Peoria, IL | $139,900 | $138,770 | 340 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $139,270 | $137,790 | 220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pharmacists make in Illinois?
The median pharmacists salary in Illinois is $139,080 per year (mean $138,070), and about 80% earn between $98,970 and $169,430.
How much do pharmacists make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $66 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $138,070 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for pharmacists?
Illinois ranks #30 of 51 states for pharmacists pay. Its mean salary of $138,070 is about 2% below the U.S. average of $140,920.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay pharmacists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for pharmacists are South Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($147,330), Decatur, IL ($145,960), West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($142,550), by median annual wage.