Pharmacist
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and advise patients and providers on their safe use — reviewing prescriptions, checking for interactions, counseling patients, administering immunizations, and overseeing pharmacy technicians.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
3,196
Median salary
$135,000
$124.5k–$167.1k range
Posted this week
+303
Remote / telehealth
1.1%
34 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Pharmacist specialties: openings and median pay
As of August 23, 2026, Pharmacist hiring on SonicJobs spans 4 specialties. Clinical Pharmacist is the largest with 892 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $135,000 (Staff Pharmacist) to $145,632 (Hospital Pharmacist).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Pharmacist | 892 | $143.3k | |
| Staff Pharmacist | 734 | $135k | |
| Hospital Pharmacist | 304 | $145.6k | |
| Specialty / Ambulatory Pharmacist | 265 | $143.4k |
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · 4 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Pharmacist do?
Pharmacists dispense medications and advise on their safe use. Becoming a pharmacist requires a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and a state license, and it is among the highest-paid healthcare roles.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Pharmacist jobs are open?
As of August 23, 2026, SonicJobs lists 3,196 active Pharmacist jobs, with 303 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Pharmacists earn?
As of August 23, 2026, Pharmacist roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $135,000 (10th–90th percentile $124.5k–$167.1k), based on 1,522 of 3,196 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 0 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 1 | 0% |
| 40k-60k | 1 | 0% |
| 60k-80k | 5 | 0% |
| 80k-100k | 1 | 0% |
| 100k+ | 1,514 | 99% |
- Median salary
- $135,000 · n=1,522
- Average salary
- $140,596 · n=1,522
- Salary coverage
- 47.62% · n=3,196
- Job count
- 3196 · n=3,196
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · 48% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Pharmacists most in demand?
As of August 23, 2026, Pharmacist demand on SonicJobs is highest in California, Texas, Florida, across 3,196 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| California | 284 | $165.8k |
| Texas | 199 | $130.6k |
| Florida | 169 | $130.6k |
| Ohio | 145 | $130.6k |
| Pennsylvania | 139 | $130.6k |
| Virginia | 124 | $135k |
| Kentucky | 112 | $135k |
| New York | 100 | $132.6k |
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Pharmacists?
As of August 23, 2026, the top Pharmacist employers on SonicJobs are Walmart, CVS Health, The Kroger Co..
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Pharmacist jobs are available?
As of August 23, 2026, Full time roles make up 79% of 3,196 active Pharmacist listings.
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Pharmacist jobs?
As of August 23, 2026, 34 of 3,196 active Pharmacist listings (1.1%) offer remote or telehealth work.
34
Remote / telehealth jobs
1.1% of active Pharmacist listings.
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Pharmacists must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited program and be licensed in the state where they practice, which requires passing national and state exams. Some complete a residency for advanced or clinical roles.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Pharmacist jobs offer?
As of August 23, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Pharmacist roles, appearing in 84% of listings that disclose benefits (45% of all Pharmacist listings).
Source: aggregated from 3,196 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 45% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Pharmacist FAQ
What degree do you need to be a pharmacist?
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited program, plus a state license earned by passing national and state exams. All states require pharmacists to be licensed. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Pharmacists?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of pharmacists to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,200 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $137,480 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Pharmacist listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure