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Pharmacist - Facility Program Manager - Formulary - ADPAC
Veterans Health Administration · Salt Lake City, UT
$135k–$176k/ year
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Pharmacist jobs in West Valley City, UT
Pharmacists in the West Valley City area earn a median of $65.97 per hour, about $137,210 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $57.50 and $75.36. That ranks 151st of 383 U.S. metro areas for pharmacist pay, and 303rd of 340 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for West Valley City and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near West Valley City and what they pay.
- $65.97median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $58–$75typical range per hour
- 1,790pharmacists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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District Support Pharmacist
CVS Health · West Valley City, UT
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Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health · West Valley City, UT
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Get my free pay reportPharmacist pay in West Valley City, UT
The metro median is 1% above the Utah statewide median of $65.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $66.10 per hour. BLS counts about 1,790 pharmacists employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.85 | $53,770 | 61% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $57.50 | $119,600 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $65.97 | $137,210 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $75.36 | $156,750 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.13 | $166,670 | 21% above U.S. median |
How West Valley City ranks
- 151st of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 303rd of 340 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Utah 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 West Valley City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $65.97 median hour buys what $65.40 buys at the national price level, 1% below 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 West Valley City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,375
- Per year: $118,746
- Per month: $9,896
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in West Valley City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 the Salt Lake City-Murray area
CMS lists 12 hospitals in the Salt Lake City-Murray area, 8 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital Sandy, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Intermountain Medical Center Murray, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Lone Peak Hospital Draper, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital-Jordan Valley West Jordan, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorsville, UT | 4 mi | $65.97/hr | 57,819 |
| West Jordan, UT | 6 mi | $65.97/hr | 116,688 |
| Lehi, UT | 20 mi | $65.00/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 24 mi | $65.00/hr | 57,411 |
| Eagle Mountain, UT | 26 mi | $65.00/hr | 60,575 |
License and tax basics in Utah
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah 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 West Valley City, UT?
Pharmacists in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $65.97 per hour, about $137,210 a year. The middle half earn between $57.50 and $75.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is West Valley City a good place for pharmacists once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 303rd of 340 metro areas for pharmacist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 151st of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring pharmacists in West Valley City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Salt Lake City-Murray area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near West Valley City.
Do I need a Utah license to work in West Valley City as a pharmacist?
PharmD from an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 West Valley City?
The federal per diem benchmark in West Valley City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 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
- Veterans Health AdministrationSalt Lake City, UT · 2 postings$74.88/ hr$65–$85
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$54Median$72.98High$95
332 Pharmacist postings with published pay in the US, 282 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Pharmacist roles
- Pharmacist - Facility Program Manager - Formulary - ADPACPermanent$135k–$176k/ year
- Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner - Patient Aligned Care TeamPermanent$135k–$176k/ year
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