Pharmacists pay in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, the median pay for pharmacists is $73.75 an hour ($153,400 a year). About 850 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). District of Columbia ranks 8th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacists in District of Columbia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.19 | $64,870 |
| 25% of workers | $63.87 | $132,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $73.75 | $153,400 |
| 75% of workers | $79.67 | $165,710 |
| 90% of workers | $94.27 | $196,080 |
Pharmacists pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | $150,540 | 5,260 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in District of Columbia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,540 |
| Physicians, All Other | $77,430 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $47,410 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $135,880 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,640 |
| Occupational Therapists | $109,170 |
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