Pharmacists pay in Milwaukee-Waukesha
In Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI), the median pay for pharmacists is $73.72 an hour ($153,340 a year). About 1,760 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). It is 3% higher than the Wisconsin median ($148,740).
Pay range for pharmacists in Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $57.98 | $120,600 |
| 25% of workers | $64.14 | $133,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $73.72 | $153,340 |
| 75% of workers | $81.91 | $170,380 |
| 90% of workers | $86.98 | $180,910 |
Pharmacists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $159,020 | 210 |
| Madison | $158,120 | 1,120 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha (this page) | $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 Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,360 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $47,300 |
| Physicians, All Other | $411,200 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $134,350 |
| Physician Assistants | $135,040 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,030 |
| Occupational Therapists | $94,020 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $88,190 |
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