Pharmacists pay in Madison
In Madison (WI), the median pay for pharmacists is $76.02 an hour ($158,120 a year). About 1,120 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). It is 6% higher than the Wisconsin median ($148,740).
Pay range for pharmacists in Madison (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $53.91 | $112,140 |
| 25% of workers | $62.50 | $130,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $76.02 | $158,120 |
| 75% of workers | $81.72 | $169,980 |
| 90% of workers | $81.72 | $169,980 |
Pharmacists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $159,020 | 210 |
| Madison (this page) | $158,120 | 1,120 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $153,340 | 1,760 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $150,120 | 150 |
| Eau Claire | $149,720 | 180 |
| Wausau | $148,740 | 130 |
| Appleton | $144,630 | 190 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $144,150 | 130 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $144,090 | 120 |
| Fond du Lac | $142,450 | 70 |
| Sheboygan | $141,790 | 70 |
| Green Bay | $141,090 | 300 |
| Kenosha | $139,350 | 140 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Madison (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $101,190 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,680 |
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