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Pharmacist, PRN
LifePoint Health · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacist jobs in Columbus, OH
Pay for pharmacists in the Columbus area centers on $64.26 per hour, or about $133,650 a year. The lower quarter earns under $51.62 and the upper quarter over $73.03. That ranks 239th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 267th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Columbus. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbus.
- $64.26median pay per hour, Columbus
- $52–$73typical range per hour
- 2,740pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Pharmacist roles in Columbus
3 more open roles from employers in Columbus. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Pharmacist / Overnight
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Pharmacist
BrightSpring Health Services · Columbus, OH
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Pharmacist pay in Columbus, OH
The metro median is 1% below the Ohio statewide median of $64.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 2,740 pharmacists employed in the Columbus metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.96 | $45,680 | 67% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.62 | $107,370 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.26 | $133,650 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $73.03 | $151,900 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $77.80 | $161,820 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 239th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 267th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Ohio 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 Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.26 median hour buys what $67.31 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Columbus paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,313
- Per year: $115,668
- Per month: $9,639
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,477 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,201 |
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).
Open Pharmacist roles in Ohio
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Columbus as they open.
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ProMedica · Remote · OH hiring
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Pharmacist
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$52.00–$65.00/ hour
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Staff Pharmacist
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center · Ohio
$52.79–$64.66/ hour
Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohio State University State Health System Columbus, OH | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grant Medical Center Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Carmel East & West Columbus, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mount Carmel Behavioral Health Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Vista Health And Wellness Llc Columbus, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Sun Behavioral Columbus Columbus, OH | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, OH | 30 mi | $64.26/hr | 51,424 |
| Springfield, OH | 43 mi | $63.42/hr | 58,138 |
| Kettering, OH | 65 mi | $64.49/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 66 mi | $64.49/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 80 mi | $65.06/hr | 52,291 |
| Hamilton, OH | 93 mi | $65.06/hr | 63,953 |
License and tax basics in Ohio
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbus
Columbus city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Columbus, OH?
Pharmacists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $64.26 per hour, about $133,650 a year. The middle half earn between $51.62 and $73.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 267th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 239th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Columbus?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Columbus, led by Doctors Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Columbus as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus is $131 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,477 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportColumbus, OH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- The Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OH · 2 wage offers$55.99/ hr$52–$60
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Lorain, OH · 1 wage offer$66.20/ hr$66–$66
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical CenterCleveland, OH · 1 wage offer$65.78/ hr$66–$66
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center, LLCCincinnati, OH · 1 wage offer$64.88/ hr$65–$65
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$50Median$58.72High$91
3 Pharmacist postings with published pay in Ohio, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Pharmacist roles
- ITS Epic Willow Inpatient Pharmacist Analyst II - RemoteRemote$104k–$190k/ year
- PharmacistPermanent$52.00–$65.00/ hour
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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