PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Pharmacist
Select Medical · Natrona Heights, PA
$50.00–$65.00/ hour
Pharmacist jobs in Erie, PA
Pharmacists in the Erie area earn a median of $62.83 per hour, about $130,680 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $55.93 and $67.83. That ranks 321st of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 218th of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Erie. The free report below lists employers near Erie and what they pay.
- $62.83median pay per hour, Erie
- $56–$68typical range per hour
- 250pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Pharmacist pay in Erie, PA
The metro median is 4% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $65.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 250 pharmacists employed in the Erie metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $44.00 | $91,520 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $55.93 | $116,330 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.83 | $130,680 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.83 | $141,090 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.06 | $154,040 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Erie ranks
- 321st of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 218th of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 14th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Erie
- Overall prices in Erie run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 56.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.83 median hour buys what $69.08 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,262
- Per year: $113,094
- Per month: $9,424
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Erie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Erie
| 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).
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Hospitals in Erie
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Vincent Hospital Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Upmc Hamot Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lecom Medical Center And Behavioral Health Pav Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie Va Medical Center Erie, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | 76 mi | $63.55/hr | 59,123 |
| Buffalo, NY | 82 mi | $65.10/hr | 276,617 |
| Cleveland, OH | 94 mi | $65.62/hr | 365,379 |
| Parma, OH | 99 mi | $65.62/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 100 mi | $64.42/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 104 mi | $64.42/hr | 189,664 |
Pharmacist jobs in Pennsylvania · Pharmacist jobs nationwide
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Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Erie, PA?
Pharmacists in the Erie metro area have a median pay of $62.83 per hour, about $130,680 a year. The middle half earn between $55.93 and $67.83 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Erie a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Erie ranks 218th of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 321st of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Erie?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, led by Saint Vincent Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Erie as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Erie?
The federal per diem benchmark in Erie 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 reportErie, PA · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Csp Pharmacy IncChester, PA · 1 wage offer$72.12/ hr$72–$72
- Ahr Pharma IncPennsylvania, PA · 1 wage offer$68.00/ hr$68–$68
- Gdd Pharmacy Services, Inc.Harrisburg, PA · 1 wage offer$64.90/ hr$65–$65
- Thomas Jefferson University HospitalPhiladelphia, PA · 1 wage offer$64.75/ hr$65–$65
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$62Median$64.00High$65
18 employer-reported wage offers for Pharmacist in federal filings in Pennsylvania, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Pharmacist roles
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