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Pharmacists Salary Guide for Virginia

pharmacists working in Virginia earn an average of $130,350.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
7,250
Annual Mean Salary
$130,350.00
Hourly Rate
$62.67
Estimated Monthly*
$10,027.20
*Based on 40-hour work week

Virginia vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Virginia's pharmacists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Virginia offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Virginia demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for pharmacists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for pharmacists can vary significantly within Virginia. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Staunton-Waynesboro

Annual Mean Salary
$136,020.00
Hourly Rate
$65.40
Employment
80 professionals
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Harrisonburg

Annual Mean Salary
$130,590.00
Hourly Rate
$62.78
Employment
140 professionals
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Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News

Annual Mean Salary
$130,230.00
Hourly Rate
$62.61
Employment
1,330 professionals
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Charlottesville

Annual Mean Salary
$129,590.00
Hourly Rate
$62.31
Employment
300 professionals
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Winchester

Annual Mean Salary
$128,540.00
Hourly Rate
$61.80
Employment
130 professionals
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Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$128,190.00
Hourly Rate
$61.63
Employment
230 professionals
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Richmond

Annual Mean Salary
$127,510.00
Hourly Rate
$61.30
Employment
1,450 professionals
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Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$127,360.00
Hourly Rate
$61.23
Employment
90 professionals
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Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford

Annual Mean Salary
$126,150.00
Hourly Rate
$60.65
Employment
130 professionals
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Roanoke

Annual Mean Salary
$125,130.00
Hourly Rate
$60.16
Employment
420 professionals
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Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$124,840.00
Hourly Rate
$60.02
Employment
320 professionals
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Lynchburg

Annual Mean Salary
$124,110.00
Hourly Rate
$59.67
Employment
230 professionals
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Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$122,510.00
Hourly Rate
$58.90
Employment
80 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.