Pharmacist Salary Guide: California
Average Pharmacist Salary
$69.25/hour
The average salary for a Pharmacist in California is $69.25 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $73.90.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Pharmacist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$69.25/hour
California
7% lower than the US average.
$73.90/hour
United States
How does the pay for Pharmacists in California compare to nearby states?
Arizona pays Pharmacists the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Colorado ($58). Arizona also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the California average for Pharmacists is $69 per hour — Arizona pays 13% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $60 | $78 |
| Colorado | $58 | $78 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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