PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Staff Pharmacist Full Time
CVS Health · Reading, PA
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Pharmacist jobs in Reading, PA
The median pharmacist pay in the Reading area is $66.28 per hour ($137,870 a year), with the typical range running from $64.17 to $72.14. That ranks 137th of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 243rd of 340 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Reading. The free report below lists employers near Reading and what they pay.
- $66.28median pay per hour, Reading
- $64–$72typical range per hour
- 280pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Reading. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Pharmacist pay in Reading, PA
The metro median is 2% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $65.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 280 pharmacists employed in the Reading 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% | $53.76 | $111,820 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $64.17 | $133,470 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.28 | $137,870 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $72.14 | $150,050 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $82.14 | $170,850 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Reading ranks
- 137th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 243rd of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Reading
- Overall prices in Reading run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 15% below the U.S. average (index 85.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.28 median hour buys what $68.29 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Reading paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,386
- Per year: $119,304
- Per month: $9,942
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reading metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Reading
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $117 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,337 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,381 |
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 Pennsylvania
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Pharmacist
Select Medical · Natrona Heights, PA
$50.00–$65.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Reading
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Reading, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Health St. Joseph Reading, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern Pennsylvania Reading, PA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Tower Behavioral Health Reading, PA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 29 mi | $64.23/hr | 58,441 |
| Allentown, PA | 29 mi | $66.15/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 35 mi | $66.15/hr | 79,453 |
| Wilmington, DE | 47 mi | $66.33/hr | 73,176 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 48 mi | $66.33/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 51 mi | $64.75/hr | 50,649 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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Other healthcare roles in Reading
Reading city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do pharmacists make in Reading, PA?
Pharmacists in the Reading metro area have a median pay of $66.28 per hour, about $137,870 a year. The middle half earn between $64.17 and $72.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reading a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Reading ranks 243rd of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 137th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacists work in Reading?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Reading, led by Penn State Health St. Joseph. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Reading 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 Reading?
The federal per diem benchmark in Reading is $117 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,337 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Pharmacist pay reportReading, 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
- PharmacistPermanent$50.00–$65.00/ hour
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