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Pharmacists Salary in New York
Ranked #19 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of pharmacistss in New York earn between $92,910 and $174,550. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean pharmacists salary in New York is $140,260, about 0.5% below the U.S. average ($140,920). That works out to roughly $67/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca, NY | $151,780 | $141,370 | 40 |
| Syracuse, NY | $149,510 | $143,260 | 740 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $145,350 | $139,650 | 250 |
| Watertown-Fort Drum, NY | $143,250 | $141,140 | 80 |
| Elmira, NY | $142,640 | $135,870 | 70 |
| Kingston, NY | $142,360 | $141,780 | 110 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $141,320 | $142,420 | 20,000 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $140,080 | $139,700 | 540 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pharmacists make in New York?
The median pharmacists salary in New York is $142,090 per year (mean $140,260), and about 80% earn between $92,910 and $174,550.
How much do pharmacists make per hour in New York?
Roughly $67 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $140,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for pharmacists?
New York ranks #19 of 51 states for pharmacists pay. Its mean salary of $140,260 is about 0.5% below the U.S. average of $140,920.
Which metro areas in New York pay pharmacists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for pharmacists are Ithaca, NY ($151,780), Syracuse, NY ($149,510), Central East New York nonmetropolitan area ($145,350), by median annual wage.