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Clinical Pharmacist (Outpatient)
Veterans Health Administration · Chicago, IL
$142k–$185k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Pharmacist jobs in Gary, IN
Pharmacists in the Gary area earn a median of $66.16 per hour, about $137,610 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $62.58 and $76.13. That ranks 140th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 321st of 340 once local prices are factored in. 12 open roles with published pay are listed for Gary and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Gary and what they pay.
- $66.16median pay per hour, Chicago
- $63–$76typical range per hour
- 9,630pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 12open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Licensed Pharmacist(Associate Service Chief) - Operations
Veterans Health Administration · North Chicago, IL
$169k–$220k/ year
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Licensed Pharmacist(Pharmacy Supervisor) - Procurement Program Manager
Veterans Health Administration · North Chicago, IL
$151k–$196k/ year
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Clinical Pharmacist (Oncology/IV)
Advocate Health · Downers Grove, IL
$54.90–$82.35/ hour
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Pharmacist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Elgin, IL
$55.05–$79.73/ hour
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Clinical Pharmacist - Critical Care
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Joliet, IL
$113k–$164k/ year
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Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist- Oncology Specialty Pharmacist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Olympia Fields, IL
$115k–$166k/ year
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Clinical Pharmacist - Outpatient Infusion Oncology
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Olympia Fields, IL
$112k–$151k/ year
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Clinical Pharmacist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Olympia Fields, IL
$113k–$164k/ year
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Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Olympia Fields, IL
$113k–$164k/ year
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Clinical Specialty Pharmacist - Oncology
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Chicago, IL
$120k–$175k/ year
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Inpatient Pharmacist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Evanston, IL
$56.24–$81.46/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring pharmacists near Gary
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 8 | $67.07 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 3 | $83.23 |
| Advocate Health | 1 | $68.62 |
Pharmacist pay in Gary, IN
The metro median is 1% below the Indiana statewide median of $66.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 9,630 pharmacists employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $43.35 | $90,170 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.58 | $130,170 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.16 | $137,610 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $76.13 | $158,350 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.96 | $166,320 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Gary ranks
- 140th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 321st of 340 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Gary
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.16 median hour buys what $63.86 buys at the national price level, 3% below 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 Gary paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,382
- Per year: $119,088
- Per month: $9,924
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gary
| 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 Gary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Gary, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Hospitals Inc Gary, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammond, IN | 8 mi | $66.16/hr | 76,030 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 23 mi | $66.16/hr | 56,531 |
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 Gary
Gary city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Gary, IN?
Pharmacists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $66.16 per hour, about $137,610 a year. The middle half earn between $62.58 and $76.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gary a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 321st of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 140th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pharmacists in Gary?
We list 12 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gary.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Gary 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 Gary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gary 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.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportGary, 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.
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