Pharmacists pay in Albuquerque
In Albuquerque (NM), the median pay for pharmacists is $70.67 an hour ($147,000 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). It is about the same as the New Mexico median ($147,000).
Pay range for pharmacists in Albuquerque (NM)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.09 | $104,180 |
| 25% of workers | $64.48 | $134,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $70.67 | $147,000 |
| 75% of workers | $79.15 | $164,630 |
| 90% of workers | $86.01 | $178,900 |
Pharmacists pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $150,580 | 110 |
| Farmington | $147,390 | 80 |
| Albuquerque (this page) | $147,000 | 1,000 |
| Las Cruces | $135,900 | 120 |
New Mexico 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 Albuquerque (NM)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $96,040 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,630 |
| Physicians, All Other | $327,670 |
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