PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Pharmacist(Clinical Specialist)
Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV
$146k–$190k/ year
Pharmacist jobs in Reno, NV
Pharmacists in the Reno area earn a median of $72.51 per hour, about $150,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $65.02 and $76.70. That ranks 56th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 125th of 340 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Reno. The free report below lists employers near Reno and what they pay.
- $72.51median pay per hour, Reno
- $65–$77typical range per hour
- 440pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health · Reno, NV
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The metro median is 9% above the Nevada statewide median of $66.66 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 440 pharmacists employed in the Reno metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $53.02 | $110,280 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $65.02 | $135,240 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $72.51 | $150,820 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $76.70 | $159,540 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $78.68 | $163,650 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Reno ranks
- 56th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 125th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Nevada 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.
What your pay buys in Reno
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $72.51 median hour buys what $71.78 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Reno paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,610
- Per year: $130,518
- Per month: $10,876
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Reno
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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 Reno
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Reno, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va Sierra Nevada Healthcare System Reno, NV | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Renown Regional Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Renown South Meadows Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc Reno, NV | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks, NV | 7 mi | $72.51/hr | 111,520 |
| Carson City, NV | 28 mi | $73.37/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 90 mi | $83.42/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 91 mi | $83.42/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 92 mi | $83.42/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 95 mi | $83.42/hr | 163,304 |
License and tax basics in Nevada
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Reno
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Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Reno, NV?
Pharmacists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $72.51 per hour, about $150,820 a year. The middle half earn between $65.02 and $76.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reno a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 125th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 56th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pharmacists in Reno?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Reno. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Reno.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Reno?
The federal per diem benchmark in Reno is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 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
- Safeway Inc.Reno, NV · 2 wage offers$74.50/ hr$74–$74
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Reno, NV · 1 wage offer$70.50/ hr$63–$78
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$63Median$74.50High$78
3 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Nevada, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Pharmacist roles
- Pharmacist(Clinical Specialist)Permanent$146k–$190k/ year
- Clinical PharmacistPer diem$54.76–$81.45/ hour
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