PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Clinical Pharmacist
Ardent Health · Pocatello, ID
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Pharmacist jobs in Pocatello, ID
Pharmacists in the Pocatello area earn a median of $61.44 per hour, about $127,790 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $59.85 and $72.27. That ranks 355th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 217th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Pocatello. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pocatello.
- $61.44median pay per hour, Pocatello
- $60–$72typical range per hour
- 90pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacist pay in Pocatello, ID
The metro median is 8% below the Idaho statewide median of $66.63 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 90 pharmacists employed in the Pocatello metro area, 2.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.09 | $58,430 | 58% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $59.85 | $124,490 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $61.44 | $127,790 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $72.27 | $150,320 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.64 | $155,250 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Pocatello ranks
- 355th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 217th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 5 Idaho 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 Pocatello run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $61.44 median hour buys what $69.11 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Pocatello paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,212
- Per year: $110,592
- Per month: $9,216
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Pocatello metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Pocatello
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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).
Hospitals in Pocatello
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pocatello, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portneuf Medical Center Pocatello, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 48 mi | $62.93/hr | 69,523 |
| Logan, UT | 84 mi | $70.16/hr | 56,770 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 104 mi | $66.53/hr | 55,589 |
| Ogden, UT | 116 mi | $65.04/hr | 88,656 |
| Layton, UT | 127 mi | $65.04/hr | 84,348 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 147 mi | $65.97/hr | 217,783 |
License and tax basics in Idaho
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Pocatello, ID?
Pharmacists in the Pocatello metro area have a median pay of $61.44 per hour, about $127,790 a year. The middle half earn between $59.85 and $72.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pocatello a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Pocatello ranks 217th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 355th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Pocatello?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pocatello, led by Portneuf Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Pocatello as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho 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 Pocatello?
The federal per diem benchmark in Pocatello is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place pharmacists in Pocatello?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Albertson's LLCBoise, ID · 1 wage offer$68.00/ hr$68–$68
- Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare SystemSalinas, CA · 3 postings$99.69/ hr$78–$109
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 3 postings$98.56/ hr$71–$118
- Sharp HealthcareLa Mesa, CA · 6 postings$93.07/ hr$80–$114
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Low$54Median$72.98High$95
332 Pharmacist postings with published pay in the US, 282 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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