How much does a pharmacist make in Minnesota?
$159,700a year
Median yearly pay for pharmacists in Minnesota. That is $76.80 an hour or $13,310 a month.
- Hourly
- $76.80
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $98,150Median: $159,700Highest 10%: $174,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $98,150 | $47.19 | |
| 25th | $135,500 | $65.15 | |
| Median | $159,700 | $76.80 | |
| 75th | $169,100 | $81.32 | |
| 90th | $174,700 | $83.97 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, MN | $164,300 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $161,000 |
| La Crosse, WI | $159,000 |
| Mankato, MN | $157,000 |
| Duluth, MN | $154,900 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $148,300 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $147,500 |
| Fargo, ND | $142,000 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $138,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pharmacists.
| 3. California | $164,600 |
| 4. Hawaii | $163,200 |
| 5. Washington | $160,600 |
| 6. Minnesota | $159,700 |
| 7. Colorado | $156,000 |
| 8. District of Columbia | $153,400 |
| 9. Delaware | $152,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pharmacist make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $76.80 ($159,700 a year).
Do pharmacists make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $159,700 against $140,900 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for pharmacist pay?
Minnesota ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays pharmacists the most?
Rochester, MN, with a median of $164,300 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.