Pharmacist salary in Ohio
Pharmacists in Ohio earn a median of $64.64 per hour, about $134,440 a year, 2% below the U.S. median of $66.10. The middle half earn between $59.74 and $72.98 per hour. The highest median among Ohio metro areas is in Cleveland, OH, at $65.62 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $64.64median pay per hour
- $134,440median pay per year
- 13,700pharmacists employed in Ohio
- #36of 50 states by median pay
Pharmacist pay in Ohio: percentiles
| Level | Ohio per hour | Ohio per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.00 | $52,000 | $41.80 |
| Lower quartile | $59.74 | $124,260 | $61.18 |
| Median | $64.64 | $134,440 | $66.10 |
| Upper quartile | $72.98 | $151,800 | $76.26 |
| Top 10% | $77.80 | $161,820 | $82.71 |
Pharmacist pay by metro area in Ohio
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Ohio median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, OH | $65.62 | $136,500 | 2,910 | 2% above | $69.87 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $65.06 | $135,330 | 2,540 | 1% above | $68.22 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $64.49 | $134,130 | 890 | in line with | $69.57 |
| Akron, OH | $64.42 | $134,000 | 840 | in line with | $68.99 |
| Columbus, OH | $64.26 | $133,650 | 2,740 | 1% below | $67.31 |
| Lima, OH | $64.03 | $133,190 | 160 | 1% below | $71.41 |
| Toledo, OH | $63.71 | $132,510 | 690 | 1% below | $69.66 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $63.55 | $132,180 | 440 | 2% below | $72.72 |
| Springfield, OH | $63.42 | $131,910 | 100 | 2% below | $70.09 |
| Sandusky, OH | $61.90 | $128,740 | 90 | 4% below | $69.33 |
| Mansfield, OH | $61.83 | $128,610 | 100 | 4% below | $69.57 |
| Canton-Massillon, OH | $61.24 | $127,380 | 390 | 5% below | $68.50 |
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 Ohio
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $66.68 | $138,690 | 3% above Ohio |
| Kentucky | $63.82 | $132,750 | 1% below Ohio |
| Michigan | $65.42 | $136,070 | 1% above Ohio |
| Pennsylvania | $65.30 | $135,830 | 1% above Ohio |
| West Virginia | $64.38 | $133,910 | in line with Ohio |
What employers are posting in Ohio
- 3roles with published pay
- $58.72median pay per hour
- $51–$78typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| ProMedica | 1 | $70.67 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $58.50 |
| Ohio State Wexner Medical Center | 1 | $58.72 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 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 Ohio · Pharmacist salary nationwide · Ohio state guide
Common questions
How much does a pharmacist make in Ohio?
The median is $64.64 per hour, about $134,440 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $25.00 and the top 10% earn over $77.80 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Ohio city pays pharmacists the most?
Among Ohio metro areas, Cleveland, OH has the highest median at $65.62 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Ohio rank for pharmacist pay?
Ohio ranks 36th 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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- 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
- The Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OH · 2 wage offers$55.99/ hr$52–$60
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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.
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