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Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Pharmacy
Health First · Melbourne, FL
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Pharmacist jobs in Melbourne, FL
Pay for pharmacists in the Melbourne area centers on $67.26 per hour, or about $139,910 a year. The lower quarter earns under $60.61 and the upper quarter over $74.42. That ranks 98th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 268th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne. The free report below lists employers near Melbourne and what they pay.
- $67.26median pay per hour, Palm Bay
- $61–$74typical range per hour
- 570pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacist pay in Melbourne, FL
The metro median is 3% above the Florida statewide median of $65.13 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 570 pharmacists employed in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.01 | $68,660 | 50% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.61 | $126,070 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $67.26 | $139,910 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $74.42 | $154,790 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $95.23 | $198,080 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Melbourne ranks
- 98th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 268th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 20 Florida metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $67.26 median hour buys what $67.26 buys at the national price level, 2% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Melbourne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,421
- Per year: $121,068
- Per month: $10,089
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Melbourne
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $173 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,729 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,477 |
Travel pharmacist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Pharmacist roles in Florida
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Pharmacy Supervisor- Controlled Substances/Outpatient
Veterans Health Administration · Miami, FL
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Hospitals in Melbourne
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viera Hospital Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Holmes Regional Medical Center Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital Melbourne, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Circles Of Care, Inc Melbourne, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Pharmacist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay, FL | 11 mi | $67.26/hr | 142,023 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 39 mi | $65.61/hr | 71,036 |
| Orlando, FL | 42 mi | $65.61/hr | 334,854 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 48 mi | $65.61/hr | 84,756 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 51 mi | $64.70/hr | 50,805 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 60 mi | $64.70/hr | 258,575 |
License and tax basics in Florida
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Melbourne
Melbourne city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Melbourne, FL?
Pharmacists in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area have a median pay of $67.26 per hour, about $139,910 a year. The middle half earn between $60.61 and $74.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Melbourne a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville ranks 268th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 98th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Melbourne?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Melbourne, led by Viera Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Melbourne as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Melbourne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Melbourne is $173 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,729 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacists in Melbourne?
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Your Pharmacist pay reportMelbourne, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Summerfield, FL · 1 wage offer$72.00/ hr$72–$72
- Adventist Health System/Sunbelt Inc.Orlando, FL · 1 wage offer$69.00/ hr$69–$69
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Pensacola, FL · 1 wage offer$66.50/ hr$60–$73
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$56Median$62.53High$66
14 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Florida, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Pharmacist roles
- Pharmacy Supervisor- Controlled Substances/OutpatientPermanent$139k–$181k/ year
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