How much does a pharmacist make in District of Columbia?
$153,400a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacists in District of Columbia. That is $73.75 an hour or $12,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $73.75
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,870Median: $153,400Highest 10%: $196,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,870 | $31.19 | |
| 25th | $132,800 | $63.87 | |
| Median | $153,400 | $73.75 | |
| 75th | $165,700 | $79.67 | |
| 90th | $196,100 | $94.27 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $150,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacists.
| 5. Washington | $160,600 |
| 6. Minnesota | $159,700 |
| 7. Colorado | $156,000 |
| 8. District of Columbia | $153,400 |
| 9. Delaware | $152,900 |
| 10. Wisconsin | $148,700 |
| 11. New Mexico | $147,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacist make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $73.75 ($153,400 a year).
Do pharmacists make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $153,400 against $140,900 nationally, 9% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for pharmacist pay?
District of Columbia ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays pharmacists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $150,500 a year.
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.