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Ascension Health · Pensacola, FL
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Pharmacist jobs in Pensacola, FL
Pharmacists in the Pensacola area earn a median of $67.49 per hour, about $140,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $62.45 and $74.02. That ranks 94th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 219th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Pensacola. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Pensacola.
- $67.49median pay per hour, Pensacola
- $62–$74typical range per hour
- 410pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Staff Pharmacist Full Time
CVS Health · Pensacola, FL
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Pharmacist Ambulatory
Ascension Health · Pensacola, FL
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Pharmacist pay in Pensacola, FL
The metro median is 4% above the Florida statewide median of $65.13 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 410 pharmacists employed in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.59 | $103,150 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.45 | $129,900 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $67.49 | $140,380 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $74.02 | $153,960 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.37 | $167,170 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Pensacola ranks
- 94th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 219th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $67.49 median hour buys what $69.07 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Pensacola paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,430
- Per year: $121,482
- Per month: $10,124
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Pensacola
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $139 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Pharmacy Supervisor- Controlled Substances/Outpatient
Veterans Health Administration · Miami, FL
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Hospitals in Pensacola
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Pensacola, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Hospital Pensacola, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida West Hospital Pensacola, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile, AL | 57 mi | $63.79/hr | 201,367 |
| Gulfport, MS | 112 mi | $65.57/hr | 74,621 |
| Dothan, AL | 119 mi | $61.39/hr | 71,650 |
| Montgomery, AL | 143 mi | $64.01/hr | 195,818 |
| New Orleans, LA | 166 mi | $61.66/hr | 362,701 |
| Tallahassee, FL | 175 mi | $60.79/hr | 205,089 |
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 Pensacola
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Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Pensacola, FL?
Pharmacists in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area have a median pay of $67.49 per hour, about $140,380 a year. The middle half earn between $62.45 and $74.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pensacola a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent ranks 219th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 94th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Pensacola?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Pensacola, led by Baptist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Pensacola 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 Pensacola?
The federal per diem benchmark in Pensacola is $139 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportPensacola, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Pensacola, FL · 1 wage offer$66.50/ hr$60–$73
- 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
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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