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Pharmacist jobs in Southaven, MS
The median pharmacist pay in the Southaven area is $64.54 per hour ($134,230 a year), with the typical range running from $60.10 to $69.53. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Southaven and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. The free report below lists employers near Southaven and what they pay.
- $64.54median pay per hour, Memphis
- $60–$70typical range per hour
- 1,490pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% above the Mississippi statewide median of $63.66 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 1,490 pharmacists employed in the Memphis metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.63 | $61,630 | 55% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.10 | $125,010 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.54 | $134,230 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $69.53 | $144,620 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.74 | $161,700 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 220th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 176th 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 Southaven
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.54 median hour buys what $70.02 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Southaven paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,323
- Per year: $116,172
- Per month: $9,681
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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).
Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $64.54/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $64.54/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $66.06/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $64.87/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $64.61/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $64.61/hr | 204,774 |
License and tax basics in Mississippi
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Southaven, MS?
Pharmacists in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $64.54 per hour, about $134,230 a year. The middle half earn between $60.10 and $69.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 176th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 220th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pharmacists in Southaven?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Memphis area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Southaven.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- North Mississippi Health ServicesMississippi · 2 postings$68.66/ hr$54–$84
- 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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