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Overnight Pharmacist
CVS Health · Fort Wayne, IN
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Pharmacist jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
Pay for pharmacists in the Fort Wayne area centers on $67.73 per hour, or about $140,880 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.71 and the upper quarter over $76.65. That ranks 90th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 75th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne. The free report below lists employers near Fort Wayne and what they pay.
- $67.73median pay per hour, Fort Wayne
- $63–$77typical range per hour
- 430pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Pharmacist roles in Fort Wayne
3 more open roles from employers in Fort Wayne. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health · Fort Wayne, IN
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
District Support Pharmacist
CVS Health · Fort Wayne, IN
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Pharmacist pay in Fort Wayne, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $66.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 430 pharmacists employed in the Fort Wayne metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $42.82 | $89,070 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.71 | $130,440 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $67.73 | $140,880 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $76.65 | $159,430 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.86 | $161,950 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Fort Wayne ranks
- 90th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 12 Indiana 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 Fort Wayne run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $67.73 median hour buys what $73.16 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Fort Wayne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,438
- Per year: $121,914
- Per month: $10,160
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fort Wayne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fort Wayne
| 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 Fort Wayne
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Hospital Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Health System, Llc Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkview Regional Medical Center Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North Fort Wayne, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Maple Heights Behavioral Health Fort Wayne, IN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Park Center, Inc Fort Wayne, IN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart, IN | 60 mi | $66.68/hr | 53,690 |
| Muncie, IN | 63 mi | $63.08/hr | 65,320 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 67 mi | $66.82/hr | 51,020 |
| Kokomo, IN | 67 mi | $68.50/hr | 60,093 |
| South Bend, IN | 71 mi | $66.82/hr | 103,713 |
| Anderson, IN | 75 mi | $67.14/hr | 55,851 |
License and tax basics in Indiana
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Fort Wayne, IN?
Pharmacists in the Fort Wayne metro area have a median pay of $67.73 per hour, about $140,880 a year. The middle half earn between $62.71 and $76.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Wayne a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Fort Wayne ranks 75th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 90th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Fort Wayne?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Fort Wayne, led by Dupont Hospital Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fort Wayne as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Fort Wayne?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Fort Wayne and across Indiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Fort Wayne.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportFort Wayne, IN · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Indiana University Health, Inc.Indianapolis, IN · 2 wage offers$61.54/ hr$49–$72
- Union Hospital, Inc.Terre Haute, IN · 3 wage offers$60.50/ hr$58–$68
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Nashville, IN · 2 wage offers$58.50/ hr$49–$68
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$53Median$62.76High$68
21 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Indiana, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Pharmacist roles
Open Pharmacist roles near Fort Wayne, IN, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.
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