How much does a pharmacist make in Boulder?
$164,200a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacists in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $78.96 an hour or $13,690 a month.
- Hourly
- $78.96
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $133,200Median: $164,200Highest 10%: $187,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $133,200 | $64.04 | |
| 25th | $143,800 | $69.11 | |
| Median | $164,200 | $78.96 | |
| 75th | $174,300 | $83.79 | |
| 90th | $187,700 | $90.23 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for pharmacists.
| Denver, CO | $157,900 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $154,100 |
| Pueblo, CO | $150,200 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $149,400 |
| Greeley, CO | $148,900 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $147,200 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $465,900 |
| Physician | $453,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,100 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $211,600 |
| Dentist | $180,400 |
| Optometrist | $153,500 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $138,800 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,500 |
| Veterinarian | $132,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacist make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $78.96 ($164,200 a year).
Do pharmacists make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $164,200 against $140,900 nationally, 17% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $156,000, so Boulder pays 5% more.
Where does Boulder rank for pharmacist pay?
23 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a pharmacist make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $133,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $187,700 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.