Pharmacists pay in Louisville/Jefferson County
In Louisville/Jefferson County (KY), the median pay for pharmacists is $69.19 an hour ($143,920 a year). About 1,830 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). It is 5% higher than the Kentucky median ($136,530).
Pay range for pharmacists in Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.97 | $97,700 |
| 25% of workers | $62.30 | $129,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $69.19 | $143,920 |
| 75% of workers | $77.35 | $160,890 |
| 90% of workers | $83.47 | $173,620 |
Pharmacists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County (this page) | $143,920 | 1,830 |
| Owensboro | $139,950 | 120 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $136,530 | 1,060 |
| Bowling Green | $134,980 | 160 |
| Paducah | $134,810 | 130 |
| Elizabethtown | $132,620 | 100 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,850 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $42,880 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $122,900 |
| Physicians, All Other | $335,670 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,260 |
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