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Pharmacist
Ascension Health · Wichita, KS
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Pharmacist jobs in Wichita, KS
The median pharmacist pay in the Wichita area is $65.28 per hour ($135,790 a year), with the typical range running from $58.08 to $70.15. That ranks 173rd of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 68th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Wichita. The free report below lists employers near Wichita and what they pay.
- $65.28median pay per hour, Wichita
- $58–$70typical range per hour
- 590pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacist pay in Wichita, KS
The metro median is 1% above the Kansas statewide median of $64.59 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 590 pharmacists employed in the Wichita metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.54 | $51,040 | 63% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $58.08 | $120,810 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $65.28 | $135,790 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $70.15 | $145,910 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $78.24 | $162,740 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Wichita ranks
- 173rd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Kansas 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 Wichita 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 66.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $65.28 median hour buys what $73.39 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 Wichita paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,350
- Per year: $117,504
- Per month: $9,792
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wichita metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wichita
| 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 Wichita
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Va Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Heart Hospital Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wesley Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Corterra Of Wichita Llc Wichita, KS | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enid, OK | 93 mi | $58.75/hr | 50,519 |
| Manhattan, KS | 111 mi | $64.88/hr | 54,700 |
| Topeka, KS | 129 mi | $64.30/hr | 125,467 |
| Tulsa, OK | 134 mi | $64.35/hr | 415,154 |
| Edmond, OK | 139 mi | $64.84/hr | 99,040 |
| Lawrence, KS | 143 mi | $59.90/hr | 97,271 |
License and tax basics in Kansas
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Wichita
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Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Wichita, KS?
Pharmacists in the Wichita metro area have a median pay of $65.28 per hour, about $135,790 a year. The middle half earn between $58.08 and $70.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wichita a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Wichita ranks 68th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 173rd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Wichita?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, led by Wichita Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Wichita as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Wichita?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wichita 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 Wichita?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- The Lawrence Memorial HospitalLawrence, KS · 1 wage offer$63.46/ hr$63–$63
- 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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