Pharmacists pay in Cincinnati
In Cincinnati (OH), the median pay for pharmacists is $67.40 an hour ($140,200 a year). About 2,380 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($140,910). It is 2% higher than the Ohio median ($137,020).
Pay range for pharmacists in Cincinnati (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $49.33 | $102,600 |
| 25% of workers | $62.98 | $131,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $67.40 | $140,200 |
| 75% of workers | $76.68 | $159,490 |
| 90% of workers | $81.63 | $169,790 |
Pharmacists pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $140,690 | 2,860 |
| Cincinnati (this page) | $140,200 | 2,380 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $139,410 | 360 |
| Akron | $137,730 | 710 |
| Lima | $137,460 | 140 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $136,110 | 830 |
| Canton-Massillon | $135,810 | 370 |
| Toledo | $134,010 | 660 |
| Columbus | $133,960 | 2,610 |
| Springfield | $132,880 | 90 |
| Sandusky | $131,630 | 90 |
| Mansfield | $130,380 | 90 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Cincinnati (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,650 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,490 |
| Physicians, All Other | $315,630 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $128,700 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,890 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $95,930 |
| Occupational Therapists | $100,870 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $81,600 |
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