Pharmacists pay in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN), the median pay for pharmacists is $77.40 an hour ($160,990 a year). About 4,160 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). It is about the same as the Minnesota median ($159,740).
Pay range for pharmacists in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.01 | $79,060 |
| 25% of workers | $65.80 | $136,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $77.40 | $160,990 |
| 75% of workers | $81.65 | $169,830 |
| 90% of workers | $83.01 | $172,670 |
Pharmacists pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $164,250 | 440 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (this page) | $160,990 | 4,160 |
| Mankato | $157,010 | 100 |
| Duluth | $154,860 | 330 |
| St. Cloud | $147,530 | 230 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $103,040 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $133,370 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $48,520 |
| Physicians, All Other | $378,730 |
| Physician Assistants | $145,030 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $330,200 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $283,060 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,450 |
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