Pharmacist salary in Massachusetts
Pharmacists in Massachusetts earn a median of $65.40 per hour, about $136,030 a year, 1% below the U.S. median of $66.10. The middle half earn between $62.18 and $72.22 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $65.77 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $65.40median pay per hour
- $136,030median pay per year
- 7,950pharmacists employed in Massachusetts
- #26of 50 states by median pay
Pharmacist pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.64 | $99,090 | $41.80 |
| Lower quartile | $62.18 | $129,330 | $61.18 |
| Median | $65.40 | $136,030 | $66.10 |
| Upper quartile | $72.22 | $150,220 | $76.26 |
| Top 10% | $77.77 | $161,760 | $82.71 |
Pharmacist pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $65.77 | $136,800 | 5,900 | 1% above | $60.75 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $65.48 | $136,190 | 200 | in line with | — |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $65.06 | $135,330 | 100 | 1% below | $64.90 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $64.04 | $133,200 | 130 | 2% below | $67.34 |
| Worcester, MA | $64.01 | $133,130 | 710 | 2% below | $62.43 |
| Springfield, MA | $62.54 | $130,090 | 460 | 4% below | $65.10 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Pharmacist pay in states next to Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $65.07 | $135,340 | 1% below Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $68.02 | $141,480 | 4% above Massachusetts |
| New York | $65.55 | $136,350 | in line with Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $61.54 | $128,010 | 6% below Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $64.80 | $134,780 | 1% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 59roles with published pay
- $66.54median pay per hour
- $46–$81typical published range
- 6employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 31 | $70.70 |
| Boston Medical Center | 13 | $52.77 |
| UMass Memorial Health Care | 9 | $64.76 |
| Baystate Health | 4 | $59.42 |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 1 | $69.86 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $46.80 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 59 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Pharmacist jobs in Massachusetts · Pharmacist salary nationwide · Massachusetts state guide
Common questions
How much does a pharmacist make in Massachusetts?
The median is $65.40 per hour, about $136,030 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $47.64 and the top 10% earn over $77.77 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays pharmacists the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $65.77 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for pharmacist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 26th of 50 states by median pharmacist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 31 postings$70.70/ hr$47–$81
- CVS Rx Services Inc.Falmouth, MA · 2 wage offers$66.40/ hr$66–$67
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 9 postings$64.76/ hr$46–$86
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 4 postings$59.42/ hr$52–$66
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59 Pharmacist postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 41 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Pharmacist BWHPermanent$61.50–$81.29/ hour
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