Pharmacist Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Pharmacist Salary
$87.07/hour
The average salary for a Pharmacist in Missouri is $87.07 per hour. This is 12% higher than the US average of $77.03.
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Pharmacist salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$87.07/hour
Missouri
12% higher than the US average.
$77.03/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Pharmacists?
Only Saint Louis, Missouri reports pay data for Pharmacists, averaging $50 per hour. Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the Missouri average for Pharmacists is $87 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 42% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $50 | $83 |
How does the pay for Pharmacists in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Arkansas pays Pharmacists the most, averaging $80 per hour, followed by Oklahoma ($76) and Illinois ($60). Arkansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the Missouri average for Pharmacists is $87 per hour — Arkansas pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $80 | $88 |
| Oklahoma | $76 | $88 |
| Illinois | $60 | $77 |
| Nebraska | $57 | $76 |
| Iowa | $56 | $74 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Pharmacist jobs in Missouri?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Pharmacists the most, averaging $75 per hour, followed by CloudinfraIT Inc ($62). For comparison, the Missouri average for Pharmacists is $87 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $75 | $75 |
| CloudinfraIT Inc | $62 | $62 |
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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